Youth Support Worker – Foster Care

Churches of Christ, Children, Youth and Families, Bundaberg

Permanent, Part-time Opportunity

The Salary range is currently $37.35 to $40.05per hour. Hourly rate based on experience.

Employee Benefits:

As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to $15,900 p.a. on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a. on meal/entertainment benefits.

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By being such a large organisation, we are also able to offer a range of compelling benefits. Including but not limited to:

• Salary-packaging benefits that can increase your take-home pay;
• Five (5) weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• A work culture that values you.
• Discounts through our large network of retail partners including:
• JB Hi-Fi,
• The Good Guys,
• Goodlife Health Clubs,
• Bupa Health,
• Plus, many more;

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Join Churches of Christ, one of Australia's largest and most respected not-for-profit care organisations, as a Youth Support Worker – Intensive Foster Care in Bundaberg.

What You’ll Do

In this meaningful role, you’ll play a vital part in helping young people in care feel safe, supported, and empowered to achieve their goals. You’ll work closely with children and young people aged 0–17 in a supportive team environment, helping to create stable and nurturing experiences; min. 16 hrs/week in a culturally inclusive role.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily care and emotional support to young people in foster placements
• Help young people build skills and confidence through routines and activities
• Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent, high-quality care
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with young people, carers, and team
• Transport children safely and responsibly as needed
• Maintain accurate, legally sound records and reports

About You

• Minimum Cert IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention or related field
• 1+ year of experience in child protection or community services
• A positive role model who builds rapport with young people
• Culturally aware and inclusive, especially with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Comfortable with technology – Microsoft Office, documentation tools
• Hold a current Blue Card, Police Check, and LCS screening – or the ability to obtain

About Us

We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

Ready to Make a Real Difference?

Apply now and join a compassionate team changing lives across Queensland.

View www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. “Click the Apply Button”. For further inquiries, contact Maree Harvey 07 4152 0709

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as received.