Case Worker – Youth Engagement Services (YES)

Part-time | Fixed-term contract | SCHADS Level 4 | Cooktown An exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference alongside young people across Cooktown, Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal and Laura.

Join our Youth Engagement Service (YES), supporting young people aged 12–21 to strengthen wellbeing, connection and positive pathways.

Fixed-term position with potential for extension

About CDCC

Cooktown District Community Centre (CDCC) is a community-led, not-for-profit organisation supporting people and families across the region.

We are a friendly, practical and collaborative team that values strong relationships, cultural safety and strengths-based practice.

About the role

This is a varied, community-based youth work role combining case work, outreach, early intervention and youth activities.

You will work alongside young people to identify their goals, build on their strengths and support connection with family, community, education, training, employment and other services.

The role includes:

- individual case management, practical support and advocacy
- outreach across the region
- building trusting and professional relationships with young people
- supporting education, training, employment and life pathways
- developing purposeful youth activities and early intervention initiatives
- working collaboratively with families, schools, services and community organisations.

About you





We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about working with young people and can balance genuine engagement with clear professional boundaries.

You will ideally bring:

- experience working with young people and/or providing case management or community-based support
- strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills
- trauma-informed, strengths-based and culturally safe practice
- an ability to work independently and collaboratively
- an understanding of child safety and mandatory reporting responsibilities

- Community-based knowledge and a strong understanding of the local region is highly regarded.

- A qualification in Youth Work, Community Services, Social Work, Psychology or a related field is highly regarded. Relevant practical experience and demonstrated capability will also be considered.

What you’ll need

- Current Blue Card

- Current Driver’s Licence

- Ability to travel across Cooktown, Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal and Laura.

Why join YES?

This is a meaningful role where you can support young people at important points in their lives and contribute to stronger opportunities and outcomes across the region.

Employment: Part time, fixed-term

Classification: SCHADS Award – Level 4 plus up to $18600 Salary Sacrifice

Location: Cooktown, with regional outreach

Contract: Potential for extension subject to ongoing funding and service needs

If you are passionate about working with young people and want a role that is practical, purposeful and connected to community, we would love to hear from you.

📌 Case Worker - Youth Engagement Services (YES) (Cooktown)
🏢 Cooktown District Community Centre
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