Job Description

About us

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At Anglicare SQ, we believe everyone has a story. With a 150-year heritage, we exist for individuals of all life stages who may be experiencing challenges or entering a new phase of life. Our skilled staff deliver a breadth of care-based services, across a vast geographic footprint, and in many types of locations.

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About the Role

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As a Residential Youth Worker, you will provide care and support to children and young people living in out-of-home care or at risk within their family environment. Your role is to help create a secure, stable and supportive setting that promotes each young person's emotional, social and developmental wellbeing.

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You will be the primary caregiver during your shift, supporting young people to build life skills, follow daily routines, and engage in age-appropriate activities. You will work closely with the Coordinator and Service Manager to implement trauma-informed support strategies for young people with complex needs.

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A typical day may include:

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- Planning and participating in meaningful activities with young people
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- Supporting young people to achieve personal goals and develop life skills
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- Promoting healthy routines, hygiene and nutrition
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- Writing daily case notes, completing administrative tasks, and incident reporting
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- Contributing to a supportive and collaborative team environment
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Please note: Casual Youth Workers are not assigned to a single location. You will be deployed to various residential care homes within the region, depending on organisational requirements.

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Qualifications, Credentials and Other Requirements

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- A Certificate IV or higher qualification in Child, Youth & Family Intervention, Youth Services, Community Services, or a related field
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- Current Blue Card
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- Current Licensed Care Service (LCS)
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- Completion of Hope and Healing Framework training
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- Current Queensland Drivers Licence
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About You

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- Experience engaging with children and young people from diverse backgrounds
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- Skilled in building positive, respectful relationships
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- Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team
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- Understands trauma-informed care and the impact of trauma on development and behaviour
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- Knowledge of child protection principles and relevant legislation, including the Child Protection Act 1999
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- Calm and flexible in crisis situations, with a focus on safety and compliance
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- Join a respected Not For Profit and make a real impact in your role to assist Queenslanders in need.
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- Salary Packaging - get up to $15,900 of your salary tax free to pay for items such as Rent, Mortgage, Credit Cards, Utilities, School Tuition and more.
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- In addition to your tax-free benefit,



you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, venue hire, holiday accommodation etc.)
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- Enjoy the potential tax savings of a Novated Car Lease.
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- Employee Discounts at some of Australia's leading retailers.
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- 6% Bupa Health Insurance Discount.
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- Referral App - Earn real $$$ for sharing jobs to your network and potentially earn up to $300 per referred successful starter.
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- Career Opportunities - join a company who aim to promote from within to fill new roles with our internal-only Job Board.
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- Opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
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- Pastoral Care Support & Employee Assistance Programs.
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- Free annual Flu vaccinations
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What happens now?

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Apply now by sending us your current resume, cover letter and answering a few screening questions.

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We want to ensure all applicants have the opportunity to present their best selves. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or require further information please contact: Helen Reda (phone hidden)

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Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disabilities and people with a lived experience of mental health. We promote a child-safe environment and are committed to providing on-going care and protection.

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📌 Youth Worker (Gympie)
🏢 Anglicare Southern Queensland
📍 Gympie