Youth Worker – Intensive Support

Churches of Christ, Children, Youth and Families, Ashmore or Daisy Hill

Casual Opportunity

Hourly Rate: $37.35 to $40.05 per hour + 25% loading, based on relevant 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;

Empower young lives with purpose and compassion.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Join Churches of Christ as a Youth Worker and be part of a team committed to inspiring and empowering children and young people in care.

As a Youth Worker in this vital role, you’ll provide trauma-informed, therapeutic support to children and young people in residential care. You’ll be part of a team that believes in the power of connection, healing, and hope—working to create safe, nurturing environments where young people can thrive.

What You’ll Do

• Support daily care needs and implement individual care plans.
• Role model positive behaviours and build trusting relationships.
• Ensure safe transport and maintain clear, professional documentation.
• Work sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver high-quality, client-focused care.

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention or equivalent.
• Experience working with children and young people in care.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a calm, empathetic approach.
• Current driver’s licence (P2 minimum).
• Understanding of child protection and domestic violence frameworks (desirable).
• Possess or the ability to obtain a National Police Check, Blue Card (Working with Children) and a Licensed Care Services (LCS).

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 Difference - Apply now!

Help shape brighter futures for young people in care. Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. “Click the Apply Button”. For further inquiries, contact Admin 07 3387 6200.

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

Applications will be assessed as received.