Student Wellbeing Practitioner/Youth Worker – Waymaker Program

Flinders Christian Community College; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Flinders Christian Community College – Carrum VIC is seeking a Student Wellbeing Practitioner/Youth Worker. This 0.8 FTE role is based at the Carrum Downs campus and carries pro‑rata salary with super. You will support student wellbeing, apply youth work and social work theories, and collaborate with staff and families.

The role focuses on engagement, preventative practices, and holistic development within a Christian education context, in a program aimed at helping students thrive.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of tertiary qualification in Youth Work or Social Work.
• Proven understanding of mental health considerations and inclusive practices.
• Ability to engage young people and collaborate with staff and families.
• Experience applying youth work or social work theories in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Support engagement of young people and facilitate proactive preventive practices for wellbeing.
• Provide guidance to staff and families to assist students’ personal development.
• Contribute to the Waymaker Centre programs and ensure a positive learning environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of youth work theories

Knowledge of social work theories

Restorative practice

Education

Bachelor's degree in Youth Work or Social Work

Job description

Flinders Christian Community College – Carrum VIC

9h ago , from Is Recruit - Independent Schools

Pro‑Rata Salary (0.8 FTE, incl. 10 weeks leave): $52,626.44 - $63,118.45 + Super

Applications are invited for the position of Student Wellbeing Practitioner/Youth Worker in our Waymaker Centre, from passionate and caring individuals with a strong commitment to Christian education. The successful candidate will have thorough knowledge of youth work and/or social work theories and practices and relevant skills and experience in applying this knowledge in an education setting. This is a permanent, 0.8 position based at our Carrum Downs campus.

The Wellbeing Practitioner/Youth Worker assists and supports in the engagement of young people and facilitates proactive and preventative practices and initiatives for the holistic development and wellbeing of Waymaker students and families. The Wellbeing Practitioner plays a key role in supporting students who require guidance and support, providing direction to staff and families in assisting students’ personal development through the conceptual frameworks of unconditional positive regard and restorative practice.

The Student Wellbeing Practitioner role follows the school calendar and provides regular school‑holiday breaks throughout the year. Salary is evenly distributed, ensuring consistent pay while enjoying extended time off during holiday periods.

Flinders Christian Community College is a co-educational, non–denominational College with campuses located at Tyabb, Carrum Downs, and Mt. Martha offering education from K – 12.

The Waymaker Program opened its doors in January 2025 to provide high-quality education for students who have been unable to attend mainstream schooling due to Anxiety, Depression or PTSD. The Centre is located on the Carrum Downs Campus and is intended to provide a differentiated learning program in a counter-stress environment better suited to the needs and routines of these students than a mainstream setting. We seek to see these students grow and flourish in their social connectedness, wellbeing and learning, through belonging, believing and becoming in a way that equips them to live a full and purposeful life.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people within a supportive and purpose-driven environment.

Why Join Flinders

• Christ-centred community focused on student wellbeing and development
• Opportunities to grow both professionally and spiritually
• Beautiful school grounds surrounded by nature, providing a picturesque and peaceful environment for students and staff to learn and socialise
• We value families, eligible permanent and part-time staff may access a tuition fee discount for their children attending the College.
• Free onsite parking
• Access to an onsite café / canteen
• Staff recognition initiatives
• Access to salary packaging options
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• On-site OSH Club

About the Position

• Experience within a school setting in the last three years
• The Wellbeing Practitioner/Youth Worker assists and supports in the engagement of young people and facilitates proactive and preventative practices and initiatives for the holistic development and wellbeing of Waymaker students and families.
• A Position Description has been included.

What We’re Looking For

• Successful completion of tertiary qualification in Youth Work or Social Work.
• Proven experience or understanding of mental health diagnoses, along with practical tools and evidence informed strategies to support young people with mental health challenges, whilst maintaining an inclusive and positive environment for all.
• Knowledge and experience with the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data and/or equivalent
• Demonstrated capacity to utilise relevant community sector qualifications and experience to enhance engagement and support of young people with complex needs, their families and community, in order to support young people’s engagement in learning.
• Ability to provide a range of flexible programs and activities which successfully engage and support young people.
• Thorough knowledge of youth work and/or social work theories and practices and experience in applying this knowledge in an education setting.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with students and colleagues.
• Please note that applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold a current Working with Children Check.

Commitment to Child Safety

Flinders Christian Community is committed to the protection of all children and young people from all forms of abuse. All staff are required to provide referees, proof of identity and academic qualifications checks prior to employment. Adherence to the College’s child-safety practices, Code of Conduct and completion of regular child safe and other related training is mandatory for continued employmen