Looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people?

We're seeking compassionate and reliable Casual Youth Workers to support children and young people in care or at risk in the Brisbane region.

About Us

At Anglicare SQ, we believe everyone has a story. With a 150-year heritage, we exist for individuals of all life stages who may be experiencing challenges or entering a new phase of life. Our skilled staff deliver a breadth of care-based services, across a vast geographic footprint, and in many types of locations.

About the Role

As a Casual Youth Worker, you will support the wellbeing of children and young people in care or at risk. Your role includes providing trauma-informed support, helping build life skills and independence, supporting safe family contact, maintaining accurate documentation and working closely with carers & internal teams and Child Safety. The role also involves transport and supervision of young people as needed.

Availability requirements:

• Minimum 4 days per week availability
• Must be able to do 1 overnight shift per week
• Must be available 1 weekend day per week

This is a Casual role - starting rate of $48.31 per hour.

Qualifications, Credentials and Other Requirements

• Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Current Licensed Care Service (LCS)
• Current QLD Driver Licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• First Aid & CPR Certification
• Cert IV or Diploma in Youth Work, Child, Youth & Family Intervention, Community Services (or be working toward it)
• Completion of Hope & Healing training (or willingness to complete)

Why Join Anglicare?

• Join a respected Not For Profit and make a real impact in your role to assist Queenslanders in need.
• Salary Packaging - get up to $15,900 of your salary tax free to pay for items such as Rent, Mortgage, Credit Cards, Utilities, School Tuition and more.
• In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, venue hire, holiday accommodation etc.)
• Enjoy the potential tax savings of a Novated Car Lease.
• Employee Discounts at some of Australia's leading retailers.
• 6% Bupa Health Insurance Discount.
• Referral App - Earn real $$$ for sharing jobs to your network and potentially earn up to $300 per referred successful starter.
• Career Opportunities - join a company who aim to promote from within to fill new roles with our internal-only Job Board.
• Opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
• Pastoral Care Support & Employee Assistance Programs.
• Free annual Flu vaccinations.

What happens now?

Apply now by sending us your current resume, cover letter and answering a few simple screening questions.

We want to ensure all applicants have the opportunity to present their best selves, if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or require further information please contact: Helen Reda 073838 7686

Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disabilities and people with a lived experience of mental health. We promote a child-safe environment and are committed to providing on-going care and protection.