Jabiru Community Youth and Children’s Services

Jabiru Community Youth and Children’s Services is a local, social for purpose, not‑for‑profit organisation with over 35 years of history in Queensland, partnering with children, young people, and families by creating secure places and relationships that connect people, resources, ideas, and communities. Our purpose is to support children, young people, and families to thrive.

Work Location & Hours

Work location: Jabiru Community Building, Bracken Ridge, Brisbane. Minor travel to nearby locations.

Contract: Fixed term part‑time role. Working hours: Monday – Friday 9am‑5pm, with occasional weekend or after‑hours work for community events.

Salary

Remuneration at a SCHCADS Level 3 or 4 (Social and Community Services Pay Scales) depending on qualifications, skillsets and experience. Access to salary packaging program may increase take‑home pay.

Role Description

This role supports local families, children, young people and wider communities within North Brisbane by building healthy community connections, supporting child development milestones, parenting confidence, and navigating transitions. The successful candidate will engage with stakeholders and facilitate programmes/playgroups and community events.

Responsibilities

- Support facilitation of regular programmes, playgroups or activities to achieve funding outcomes.
- Attend community events and represent the organisation in a positive manner.
- Provide a welcoming and safe environment for families and children.
- Promote safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services.




- Engage the local community to support families through safe play experiences.
- Maintain valid “working with children” documentation.
- Report to management any criminal charges or convictions that may present a risk to children and young people.
- Report suspicions, concerns, allegations, or disclosures of alleged abuse through appropriate channels.

Requested qualifications & experience

- Minimum Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Community Services, Youth Work or equivalent. Higher qualification preferred.
- Experience in community engagement and working with vulnerable or at‑risk children, young people and families.
- Ability to obtain a Paid Blue Card.
- Preference for a First Aid and CPR certificate.
- Experience working with families from varied social and cultural backgrounds.
- Experience in group facilitation requiring strength‑based strategies for challenging behaviours.
- Professional communication with internal and external stakeholders in a mixed group dynamic.

Benefits & Perks

- Salary Packaging – Novated Lease Option available.
- Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 access.
- Health & Well‑being Support – access to Well‑being Centre, health & fitness programs, recipes, financial advice, meditation.
- Paid Training – for all full time, part time and regular casuals.
- Professional Development – opportunities to grow and develop skills.

Equality & Diversity

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from all backgrounds.

Applications must include resume and cover letter.

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