Detention Youth Worker

Queensland Government; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Queensland Government in Townsville is seeking dedicated youth workers to support young people in a centre setting. You will encourage positive decision-making, help youths understand and follow centre rules, and deliver activities sensitive to gender, culture and health needs.

You will also be a trusted person young people can talk to, regularly checking their wellbeing day and night and guiding them towards constructive activities. Induction training begins 18 January 2027 for ~7 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Encourages young people to make good decisions by promoting and reinforcing positive behaviour to help them integrate back into the community.
• Helps young people understand and follow the rules of the centre.
• Delivers activities that are sensitive to gender, cultural beliefs, and health needs.
• Is a trusted individual young people can talk to if needed.
• Regularly checks on young people during the day and night to ensure their wellbeing.
• Engages young people in constructive activities.

Job description

The department is committed to keeping Queensland communities safe, supporting victims, and actively tackling the complex causes of youth crime and targeting serious repeat offenders.

Induction training commences on 18 January 2027, for approximately 7 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Encourages young people to make good decisions by promoting and reinforcing positive behaviour to help them integrate back into the community.
• Helps young people understand and follow the rules of the centre.
• Delivers activities that are sensitive to gender, cultural beliefs, and health needs.
• Is a trusted individual young people can talk to if needed.
• Regularly checks on young people during the day and night to ensure their wellbeing.
• Engages young people in constructive activities.

Multiple positions available!

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/701638/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 20th October 2026

Occupational group

Justice & Legal