We believe in the power of inspired young people. The YMCA Vocational Schools draw on our fundamental values of honesty, responsibility, respect and care, to create a nurturing learning environment to support our students prepare for the future.

YMCA Vocational Schools provide adjusted education programs and vocational training to secondary students who benefit from an alternative learning environment. With campuses across Brisbane, the school supports students in their journey to employment as they participate in programs dedicated to enhancing practical and personal skills, at a pace that encourages school attendance, engagement and confidence.

We are now recruiting Youth Workers (Classroom) on both a casual and permanent basis to join our Redlands Senior and Junior Campuses located in Victoria Point, QLD.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The role of a Youth Worker (Classroom) is to support teachers in delivering of academic and wellbeing programs to students.

• Coordinate the delivery of the school’s pastoral care and community development program so that student wellbeing needs and attendance targets are met
• Plan and lead wellbeing programs to students
• Support the delivery of vocational training programs offered to students
• Assist in delivering associated programs, services and events offered to young people through the operation of the campus
• Form intentional relationships with young people so that their strengths, passions, interests and unmet needs can be supported appropriately through the operation of the school
• Support and case management of identified students in line with school policies and practice

SELECTION CRITERIA

The ideal applicant will hold a genuine passion for assisting young people in understanding their full potential, regardless of their background or individual circumstances. You will thrive in the knowledge that your guidance can impact young people to recognise their true value in a holistic sense and gain fulfilment from seeing them grow into young, empowered adults.

• Hold a Certificate III or above in Youth Work, Community Services or other relevant qualification
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with young people including the ability to communicate appropriately with young people and their families from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Demonstrated ability to plan and apply appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive environment
• Ability and commitment to working with young people using the Strengths Approach and ability to demonstrate non-judgmental, empathic framework
• Be able to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer literacy and prior experience using a range of office software including Word and Excel
• Hold a Positive Notice Blue Card, or be willing to obtain

More information about the school is available on our website: www.ymcaschool.org

REMUNERATION & BENEFITS

A salary commensurate with experience and qualifications will be offered to the successful candidate, plus the ability to salary package (up to $15,900pa).

In addition, The YMCA offers many employee benefits including:

• Free YMCA gym membership
• Discounted rates at our childcare facilities
• Discounted rate on selected health care through Medibank Private
• Discounted accommodation rates at the George Williams Hotel
• A range of online benefits through our online employee discounts and benefits program

APPLICATIONS

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing how your experience meets the selection criteria, as well as your availability and/or desire to accept either a casual or permanent contract.

Our Commitment

At The Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe; at The Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy:

https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources

The YMCA is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people.