About the Role
We are currently seeking a part-time Youth Support Worker to join our team in Emerald.
Our Youth Support Worker Will:
* Provide access and case management support to young people aged 12-21 who are at risk of disconnecting from their family or community.
Key Responsibilities:
* Work from a strengths-based framework to improve the safety and wellbeing and improve outcomes for young people in the community, including supporting access to secure accommodation, reducing harm, supporting cultural connection, participating in education, training and/or employment, and connecting with family, culture and community.
* Divert young people away from criminal justice systems and access opportunities that increase young people's ability to attain personal and aspirational goals.
Mandatory Requirements:
* Full COVID-19 Vaccination
* Diploma qualifications in a discipline relating to the Behavioural Sciences or equivalent
* Ability to obtain a Blue Card (working with children check positive notice or exemption) and a Yellow Card (disability services positive notice or exemption notice)
About Us:
AnglicareCQ is a not-for-profit, purpose-driven organisation that serves communities in and around Rockhampton, the Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Biloela, Moura, Blackwater, Emerald, Barcaldine, and Longreach.
What You'll Bring:
* A passion and genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of Central Queenslanders
* Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders
* The ability to identify and embed solutions, demonstrated experience working within a high-performance framework, effective time management and organisational skills, and a strong communicator able to quickly build rapport and influence across a diverse range of people
Benefits of Working for AnglicareCQ:
* The opportunity to engage in meaningful employment and be part of a holistic team that supports people in our local communities
* Attractive salary sacrifice to all part-time and full-time employees
* The opportunity to work within an organisation committed to social change
* Professional development and study are encouraged and supported
* A professional work environment filled with passionate, diverse and driven people
* Access to health and wellness programs for all staff