Location Kenmore, QLD, 4069 Full time Immediate start Job Title Youth Worker Salary Range $79,500 - $85,000 | depending on skills level and work experience + superannuation. Job Closes Date 30 Days

About the Role

On behalf of our client - a community-focused organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges - we are seeking a compassionate Youth Worker. The role centers on person-centered support, fostering independence, and connecting young people to community, education, and employment pathways.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Assess and Plan Support

- Evaluate clients’ social, emotional, and physical needs to co-design individualized support and goal plans.
- Develop and implement educational, training, and life-skills programs that promote self-advocacy and community inclusion.

Engage and Monitor Progress

- Conduct strengths-based interviews to understand each young person’s aspirations and barriers.
- Regularly review and report on client progress, adjusting strategies to ensure meaningful outcomes.

Refer and Liaise

- Connect clients with specialist services – including housing, health,



and employment agencies – to address complex needs.
- Build partnerships with community groups, government bodies, and local businesses to enhance resource access and awareness.

Support Families and Vulnerable Groups

- Provide family education and crisis support, particularly for young people with disabilities or those in out-of-home care.
- Assist in adult service units and group housing, focusing on skill development and independent living.

Community Advocacy and Funding

- Identify community gaps in welfare, housing, and recreation services, and advocate for inclusive resources.
- Prepare funding submissions and reports for government and philanthropic bodies to sustain and expand programs.

Requirements

- Relevant qualification in youth work, community services, or social work.
- Minimum 1-year full-time experience in a related position.
- Experience in disability or mental health settings, with strong case management and communication skills.

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