Y Schools Queensland is on a mission to support young people with their education in a safe and inclusive environment. We do this by having amazing teachers, youth workers, counsellors and curriculum to create an environment that makes people want to be at school and learn. Y Schools Queensland are looking for a passionate Senior Youth Worker (Classroom) on a Permanent Full-Time basis to support in our School based in Kingston, Brisbane. About the role Y Schools Queensland are dedicated to empowering young people and fostering their development through supportive and engaging programs. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Youth Worker to join our team and lead initiatives that inspire and uplift youth in our community. What will my time look like? Lead and manage youth programs, ensuring they are effective and engaging Develop and implement strategies to support the social, emotional, and educational growth of young people Mentor and supervise junior staff and volunteers, providing guidance and support. Support the delivery of vocational training programs offered to students Assist in delivering associated programs, services and events offered to young people through the operation of the campus Form intentional relationships with young people so that their strengths, passions, interests and unmet needs can be supported appropriately through the operation of the school Support and case management of identified students in line with school policies and practice Am I a good match? Experience as a Senior Youth Worker Hold a Certificate III or above in Youth Work, Community Services or other relevant qualification Hold a Positive Notice Blue Card, or be willing to obtain Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with young people including the ability to communicate appropriately with young people and their families from diverse cultural backgrounds Demonstrated ability to plan and apply appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive environment Ability and commitment to working with young people using the Strengths Approach and ability to demonstrate non-judgmental, empathic framework Be able to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills What’s in it for you? The ideal applicant will hold a genuine passion for assisting young people in understanding their full potential, regardless of their background or individual circumstances. You will thrive in the knowledge that your guidance can impact young people to recognise their true value in a holistic sense and gain fulfilment from seeing them grow into young, empowered adults. Here’s what on offer? Increase take home pay with tax-free NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 meals and entertainment. Join a supportive, inclusive and passionate team in an organisation making a difference. Free gym membership which includes our very cool fitness classes Discounts for all Y OSHC Services and Day Care Facilities Discounted banking and loan rates Discounted private health insurance with Medibank Opportunity to participate in and give back to Y programs Enjoy a discounted overnight stay at George William Hotel Counselling Employee Assistance Program At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources Applicants are advised that it is an offence for a person disqualified or suspended from holding a blue card to commence or continue in regulated, child-related employment.