At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in a residential program to live their best lives.
- Company: Join selectability, a not-for-profit charity focused on mental wellbeing.
- Benefits: Earn $50.61/hour plus super, with flexible hours and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment with a focus on trauma-informed care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
- Qualifications: Cert IV in child safety or willingness to study; strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 70 - 80 $ per hour.
About the role
Selectability is looking for a passionate and motivated Youth Worker to join our growing team! Our youth residential program provides accommodation and intensive support to children and young people who have a variety of needs. As a Youth Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting our children and young people to live their best life. You will bring a genuine passion and commitment to make a difference in the life of children and young people. Children and young people may come with high to complex needs, and Selectability aspires to promote consistent and stable teams to support the recovery of our young people.
About you
To be successful you must:
- Possess clear and effective communication skills
- Demonstrate computer literacy and accuracy in record management
- Be able to always follow policies and procedures
- Be able to work with culturally and linguistically diverse communities and individuals
- Be flexible to work across a 24/7 roster
Role requirements
- Must have a minimum of Cert IV qualification recognised under the child safety minimum qualification standards (or willing to actively study)
- Possess the certification in Hope and Healing for residential care (to be obtained upon commencement)
- A current minimum P1 'C' class Queensland driver’s licence
- A currently registered, roadworthy, fully comprehensive insured vehicle that complies with all Queensland road rules and legislative requirements, including the appropriate use of child restraints and seating arrangements for children
- Current nationally recognised first aid and CPR certificates (ability to obtain)
- A Child Safety & Personal History Screening check
- A Positive Notice Working with Children (blue card) (ability to obtain)
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (ability to obtain)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module 'Quality, Safety & You'
About the offer
We offer a range of benefits including:
- Casual hourly rate of $50.61 + super
- Up to $15,900 FBT salary packaging benefits
- Access to fitness passport
- Flexible working arrangements
- Career pathways and opportunities for development
- Employee assistance program offering confidential counselling support for employees
About us
Selectability is a not-for-profit charity with a primary focus of improving mental wellbeing and contributing to suicide prevention across regional Queensland. We believe everyone has the right to access high-quality supports locally and have recently expanded our services to include child safety and residential aged care in the Lower Gulf. This role works directly with young people and requires the employee to actively demonstrate child safe, trauma-informed and culturally safe practice through daily interactions, decision-making, supervision, and documentation. The successful applicant must demonstrate a commitment to child safe values and immediately report any concerns regarding harm, unsafe practice, abuse, and neglect.
If you would like to know more, please visit our website.
Youth Worker employer: selectability Careers
Selectability is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of at-risk youth through its BikeShed Program in Burdekin. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we offer competitive pay, flexible working arrangements, and comprehensive support services, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to empower young people while enjoying the benefits of salary packaging and access to fitness programs, all within a supportive and community-oriented environment.
