Residential Youth Worker
Toowoomba, Australia
About IFYS
We foster an environment that nurtures the growth and development of all individuals who access our services. Our goal is to ensure that those who engage with our services feel valued, supported, and inspired.
Cultivating Well-being
We cultivate the same sense of well-being among our dedicated staff members, recognizing that our most valuable asset is our people. We continuously assess and enhance our framework of support by implementing new practices and procedures, such as the Sanctuary Model of Care.
Opportunity Overview
The IFYS Child Protection Residential Care Programs support children and young people needing a safe, dependable, and nurturing living environment. As a Residential Youth Worker, you will report to the Case Manager and deliver day-to-day care to young people in the Residential Care house.
Key Responsibilities
* Support young people to manage challenging behaviors
* Plan or attend activities to promote life-skills development
* Follow daily routines to promote life-skills development
What's on Offer
Casual employment with competitive hourly rates:
* Casual base: $46.69 (including 25% loading)
* Afternoon shift: $51.36
* Night shift: $52.29
* Saturday shift: $65.36
* Sunday shift: $84.04
No rostered 24 hour shifts, sleepover allowance: $57.99
About You
The ideal person for this role would be flexible, adaptable, and open to learning. You will work with young people displaying highly complex and challenging behaviors, requiring you to build rapport quickly and remain non-judgmental.
Essential Requirements
A QLD Working With Children Blue Card or have applied for one, current valid driver's license with no restrictions, ability to provide two references from recent employers (including your current line manager).