Therapeutic Youth Worker

IFYS; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 82,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual employment

Maroochydore office base

Base hourly rate $50.61 + super

Annual wellbeing reimbursement

Training opportunities

EAP access

Job summary

IFYS Foster and Kinship Care is seeking a Youth Worker in Maroochydore for a casual, community-facing role supporting young people in foster placements. The worker delivers therapeutic care, helps with daily activities, and supports carers within a sensitive, inclusive team.

The position emphasises wellbeing, safety, and client-centered planning, with opportunity for training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and related safeguarding practices.

Qualifications

• Have a Qld Working With Children Blue Card or have applied for one.
• Current valid Queensland driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Be able to provide two references from recent employers (including current line manager).
• Hold or be enrolled in a Certificate IV or higher in a relevant field.
• Pass history screenings including LCS2 and National Crime Check.

Responsibilities

• Plan appropriate activities with young people prioritising safety and individual needs.
• Implement positive behavioural support plans to care for young people with complex and challenging behaviour.
• Be a positive role model in influencing behavioural change.
• Day-to-day care, including assistance with medication, transport, support with education, schooling, and relationships.
• Complete administrative duties in line with legislative and contract requirements.
• Supervise family connections.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes.

Education

Certificate IV or higher in a relevant field

Tools

Queensland Working With Children Blue Card

Current Queensland driver’s license

Two references from recent employers

LCS2 history screenings

National Crime Check

Job description

At IFYS, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where both our clients and staff feel valued, respected, and empowered.

We believe our people are our greatest strength. That’s why we continually assess and invest in staff wellbeing through initiatives like the Sanctuary Model of Care, which promotes emotional, social, and physical wellness across our organisation.

We are an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and difference in our communities. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

About the opportunity

The IFYS Foster and Kinship Care team are looking for Youth Workers to join the team.

Using a therapeutic care model the Youth Worker delivers support to young people, children and carers within vulnerable Foster Care placements. This role is varied and rewarding and requires diverse staff to fulfil the needs of the individuals we support.

This is a truly casual role, allowing our team to be responsive to the support needs of vulnerable Foster Care placements. It’s ideal for those balancing study or other commitments, allowing you to fit meaningful work around your lifestyle and personal goals.

What's on offer?

• Casual employment
• Centrally located Maroochydore office base, supporting Sunshine Coast region
• Base hourly rate of $50.61(inclusive of 25% loading) + super + applicable penalty rates
• Not for profit salary packaging options (package up to $15,900 per FBT year)
• No use of personal vehicle on shift
• Training opportunities including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Preventing Child Sexual Exploitation and Sanctuary training
• Join a positive, supportive and inclusive work environment and team
• Annual $250 personal wellbeing reimbursement benefit towards eligible activities
• Free access to the CALM Premium App & Flight Centre personal travel discounts
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Key responsibilities

• Plan appropriate activities with young people prioritising their safety and individual needs
• Implement positive behavioural support plans to care for young people with complex and challenging behaviour
• Be a positive role model in influencing behavioural change
• Day-to-day care, including assistance with medication, transport, support with education, schooling, and relationships
• Complete administrative duties in line with legislative and contract requirements
• Supervise family connections
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes
• A Qld Working With Children Blue Card or have applied for one
• Current valid Queensland driver’s license with no restrictions
• Ability to provide two references from recent employers (including your current line manager)
• Already hold or are enrolled in a Certificate IV or higher in a relevant field prior to commencing work
• As part of our recruitment process we do a number of history screenings including a Licensed Care Suitability check (LCS2) and a National Crime Check

We are deeply committed to the wellbeing, safety, cultural identity and dignity of every individual who accesses our services, including children, young people, adults and people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, we uphold best practice standards and adhere to the Human Services Quality Framework, NDIS Practice Standards and National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

It is an offence to apply to work in a child related business regulated by the blue card system if you are a restricted person/negative notice holder.