Youth Worker - Gold Coast | Expression of Interest

Nerang, QLD, Australia

Job Description

About us

At Anglicare, 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.

Our Out of Home Care services offer a variety of child protection, youth justice, outreach, family intervention and family support services. We are on the lookout for suitable applicants who meet the minimum standard qualification and have relevant experience supporting others to achieve their personal goals to join our team!

About the Role

The overall purpose of the Youth Worker, Residential Care is to provide care and/or support to children and young people in out of home care and/or living within at-risk families. The care and support provided by Youth Workers will enhance opportunities for the young person to participate in age-appropriate activities, support the development of positive self-regard, encourage community inclusion, strengthen relationships with family of origin, and contribute to placement stability.

This role involves being the primary caregiver during shift, ensuring the safety of young people in care, and imparting essential life skills to establish consistent routines. Collaborating with the Coordinator and Service Manager, you'll help develop trauma-informed interventions for these young people with complex needs.

What a day in the life of a Residential Youth Worker looks like:

- Planning and engaging in meaningful activities with the young person.
- Being a vital part of a cohesive team, dedicated to helping young people achieve their personal goals.
- Promoting good hygiene and nutrition.
- Maintaining daily case notes, handling administrative tasks, and preparing incident reports.

Permanent Part-Time rates starting at $40.48 per hour (excluding allowances).

Current Opportunities Expression of Interest - Permanent Part-Time Residential Youth Workers





Anglicare Southern Queensland is seeking Expressions of Interest from passionate and dedicated Youth Workers interested in current and future Permanent Part-Time opportunities within our Residential Care services.

As a Residential Youth Worker, you will provide therapeutic, trauma-informed care and support to children and young people living in Out of Home Care. You will play a key role in creating safe, nurturing environments that promote wellbeing, positive development, and meaningful connections.

Successful applicants will be considered for a range of Permanent Part-Time vacancies across our Residential Care programs, with contracted hours, locations, and roster arrangements varying based on operational requirements.

Availability to work a rotating roster, including day, evening, weekend, sleepover, and/or awake overnight shifts, is essential. Shift times, work locations, and roster patterns may vary in line with service needs and school holiday periods.

If you are committed to supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes and thrive in a safe and supportive environment, we encourage you to submit an Expression of Interest.

Qualifications, Credentials and Other Requirements

- A Certificate IV or higher qualification in Child, Youth & Family Intervention, Youth Services, Community Services, or a related field
- Current Blue Card (Working with Children's Check QLD)
- Current Licensed Care Service (LCS)
- Completion of Hope and Healing Framework training
- Current Queensland Driver Licence
- The ability to provide two recent referee reports from supervisors
- Availability to work day, evening and weekend shifts, including sleepovers or awake shifts, is essential for current operational needs. Availability to work 5 out of 7 days per week, inclusive of every second weekend

About You





- Ability to engage children and young people in purposeful activities that enhance life skills
- Proactive communicator and relationship builder with people from diverse backgrounds
- Utilises a trauma-informed approach to understanding child development and behaviour
- Recognises the role of family dynamics, particularly within child protection contexts
- Supports young people to participate in activities and develop independent living skills
- Contributes effectively to team outcomes
- Ability to operate autonomously while seeking guidance and support when required
- Responds to crises in a adaptable manner while considering risk, safety and compliance requirements
- Demonstrates an understanding of providing care in accordance with the Child Protection Act 1999

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment Assessment that requires disclosure of pre-existing injuries, illnesses or conditions that could reasonably be aggravated by performing the duties of this position.

Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally 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 the ongoing care and protection of children and young people.

About the Team

Anglicare is committed to building a highly skilled workforce, assisted by a dedicated management team. We support our staff with learning and development initiatives, an employee benefits program, and progressive human resources management strategies, and are recognised as a leading employer in the non-profit sector. You will also enjoy:

- Developing skills within the growing sector of Aged Care
- Career progression and development in the form of internal and external training
- The option to increase your take-home pay with salary packaging
- Working with a friendly, supportive and innovative team
- Discounts at major retail outlets

Job Info

- Job Identification 1078
- Job Category Child Welfare, Youth and Family Services

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📌 Youth Worker - Gold Coast | Expression of Interest (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Anglicare Southern Queensland
📍 City of Gold Coast