The department is committed to keeping Queensland communities safe, supporting victims, and actively tackling the complex causes of youth crime and targeting serious repeat offenders.

Responsibilities

As a Detention Youth Worker, you will be responsible for ensuring young people are kept safe and well while they are in detention. You will be someone who:

- Encourages young people to make valuable decisions by promoting and reinforcing positive behaviour to help them integrate back into the community.
- Helps young people understand and follow the rules of the centre.
- Delivers activities that are sensitive to gender, cultural beliefs, and health needs.
- Is a trusted individual young people can talk to if needed.
- Regularly checks on young people during the day and night to ensure their wellbeing.
- Engages young people in constructive activities.

Multiple positions available!

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/692935/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 18th August 2026

Occupational group Justice & Legal

📌 Detention Youth Worker (Moreton Bay)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Moreton Bay