Youth Worker - Gympie

Anglicare Southern Queensland; Gympie Regional; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax‑adv

Novated car lease option

Employee discounts

6% Bupa health insurance discount

Career development with internal roles

Pastoral care & EAP

Job summary

Anglicare Southern Queensland in Gympie seeks a Residential Youth Worker to provide care and support to children and young people in out-of-home care or at risk. You will be the primary caregiver during your shift, promoting safety, routines and development while applying trauma-informed strategies.

You will work with the Coordinator and Service Manager to implement plans, maintain notes, and engage in relevant training.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV or higher in Child, Youth & Family Intervention or related field.
• Blue Card current and valid.
• Current LCS and Queensland driver licence.
• Completion of Hope and Healing Framework training.
• Experience with trauma-informed approaches.

Responsibilities

• Be the primary caregiver during shifts for youth in care.
• Support daily routines and age-appropriate activities.
• Maintain daily case notes and incident reports.
• Collaborate with coordinators to implement trauma-informed plans.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Relationship building

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Behaviour support

Education

Certificate IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention

Blue Card

Current Queensland Drivers Licence

Hope and Healing Framework training

Current Licensed Care Service (LCS)

Job description

Anglicare Southern Queensland - Gympie QLD

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 Residential Youth Worker, you will provide care and support to children and young people living in out-of-home care or at risk within their family environment. Your role is to help create a safe, stable and supportive setting that promotes each young person's emotional, social and developmental wellbeing.

You will be the primary caregiver during your shift, supporting young people to build life skills, follow daily routines, and engage in age-appropriate activities. You will work closely with the Coordinator and Service Manager to implement trauma-informed support strategies for young people with complex needs.

What a day in the life of a Residential Youth Worker looks like:

• Planning and engaging in meaningful activities with the young person.
• Being a vital part of a cohesive team, dedicated to helping young people achieve their personal goals.
• Promoting good hygiene and nutrition.
• Maintaining daily case notes, handling administrative tasks, and preparing incident reports.

Permanent Part-Time Rates starting at $40.48 per hour (excluding allowances).

Line F - Gympie

Week 1: Tue (2.30pm to 11pm S/O 7am to 9.30am)

Week 2: Mon, Wed & Fri (2.30pm to 11pm S/O 7am to 9.30am), Sun (9.30am to 11pm S/O 7am to 9.30am)

Qualifications, Credentials and Other Requirements

• A Certificate IV or higher qualification in Child, Youth & Family Intervention, Youth Services, Community Services, or a related field
• Current Blue Card
• Current Licensed Care Service (LCS)
• Completion of Hope and Healing Framework training
• Current Queensland Drivers Licence

About You

• Experience engaging with children and young people from diverse backgrounds
• Skilled in building positive, respectful relationships
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Understands trauma-informed care and the impact of trauma on development and behaviour
• Knowledge of child protection principles and relevant legislation, including the Child Protection Act 1999
• Calm and flexible in crisis situations, with a focus on safety and compliance
• 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

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.