Centacare, an Agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane, is a values-based organisation committed to providing services to the entire community, regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender, or ability.
Centacare has a workforce of over 3,000, including volunteers, and operates in numerous locations, supporting tens of thousands of people annually.
About The Role
We are currently seeking Support Workers to join our team on a6-month fixed-term, part-time basis, providing quality, person-centred support to clients across Maryborough, Hervey Bay and surrounding suburbs.
Position Details
Employment: Fixed Term – Part-Time, 6 months
Location: Maryborough, Hervey Bay and surrounding suburbs
Hours: 30 hours per week
Days: 4 days per week, Monday to Friday
Hours of work: Between 8:30am and 4:30pm
Key Responsibilities
Provide practical, person-centred support to children, young people and families
Transport clients to appointments, activities and community events
Support and co-facilitate groups, including psychoeducation and therapeutic-based programs
Work collaboratively with practitioners and the wider support team
Participate in community events and activities
Support parents and carers to develop practical strategies to assist with children's behaviours
Provide support within family homes, working alongside parents and carers to implement strategies that support positive behaviours and outcomes
Build positive and respectful relationships with children, young people and families
Work in schools, homes, clinics and community settings as required
Be flexible and assist the team with additional tasks or provide extra support when required during your rostered hours
About You
We are looking for someone who is compassionate, reliable,



flexible and passionate about supporting children, young people and families.
You Will Have
Experience working as a Youth Worker, Support Worker or in a similar environment OR Be currently studying a Bachelor of Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or a related discipline
A current Australian driver's licence
A current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card
A current Police Check
Current First Aid and CPR certification
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work collaboratively with practitioners, families and other professionals
A genuine interest in trauma-informed and person-centred support
What We Offer
Salary Packaging Benefits: Package up to $18,550 of your annual salary tax-free, potentially increasing your take-home pay
Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential counselling and support for you and your family members
Training and Development: Access a wide range of learning and professional development opportunities
Company Vehicle: Access to a company vehicle when transporting clients
The prospect to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, young people and families
If you are passionate about helping children, young people and families, enjoy providing practical and person-centred support, and want to work as part of a collaborative team, we would love to hear from you.
The Archdiocese of Brisbane is committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults engaged in Archdiocesan activities, ministries and services, and maintains a zero-tolerance approach to any form of abuse.
To support this commitment, we conduct referee checks and criminal history screening during the recruitment process and require employees to hold a current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card and/or undergo regular criminal history checks.
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📌 Support Worker (Queensland)
🏢 Archdiocese of Brisbane
📍 Queensland