For over 46 years IFYS has strived to create a supportive environment where both our clients and staff feel valued, respected, and empowered.

We believe our people are our greatest strength. That’s why we continually assess and invest in staff wellbeing through initiatives like the Sanctuary Model of Care, which promotes emotional, social, and physical wellness across our organisation.

We are an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and difference in our communities. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

About the chance

Our Reconnect Program is about making a real difference through helping young people and their families stay connected, supported, and safe. We work to prevent youth homelessness by strengthening family relationships and building community links that last.

As a Youth & Family Support Worker, you’ll walk alongside young people and families during challenging times, and play a key role in delivering early intervention services that strengthen family relationships and reduce the risk of youth homelessness.

What’s on offer

- Fixed-term, part-time contract until 5th of January 2027
- Minimum 60 hours per fortnight, across four days Monday to Friday
- Employment based in the Maroochydore, servicing Glasshouse, Baringa and Beerwah
- Salary base $92,286 pro-rata per annum + superannuation – IFYS is committed to gender pay equity
- $185 per week motor vehicle allowance
- Not for profit salary packaging options (package up to $15,900 per FBT year)
- Paid in-house training opportunities including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Preventing Child Sexual Exploitation and Sanctuary training
- Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing professional development
- Free access to the CALM Premium App & Flight Centre personal travel discounts
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)




- Annual $250 personal wellbeing reimbursement benefit towards eligible activities

Key responsibilities

- Deliver comprehensive case management to young people, incorporating individual support, family engagement, mediation, advocacy, and practical assistance
- Provide proactive early intervention strategies that foster family cohesion, housing stability, and overall wellbeing
- Design and facilitate group programs addressing key areas such as mental health, emotional regulation, and positive relationships
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of client information, case notes, and reports in compliance with legislative and contractual standards
- Build strong partnerships with schools and community organisations to develop innovative initiatives that support young people and families
- Safely transport clients to educational, medical, and community appointments as required
- A QLD Working with Children Blue Card or have applied for one
- Current Queensland driver's license with no restrictions and a clear traffic record
- Ability to provide two references from recent employers (including your current line manager)
- As part of our recruitment process, we do a number of history screenings including a Licensed Care Suitability check (LCS2) and a National Crime Check

Applications close:5:00pm on Tuesday 11thAugust 2026.Applications received after this date will still be accepted but may not become part of the initial candidate pool.

We are deeply committed to the wellbeing, safety, cultural identity and dignity of every individual who accesses our services, including children, young people, adults and people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, we uphold best practice standards and adhere to the Human Services Quality Framework,

NDIS Practice Standards and National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

It is an offence to apply to work in a child related business regulated by the blue card system if you are a restricted person/negative notice holder.

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📌 Youth & Family Support Worker (Maroochydore)
🏢 IFYS
📍 Maroochydore