Casual Youth Worker - Learning Support

• Are you looking for a new challenge?
• Casual Youth Worker vacancies available
• Do you enjoy making a real difference in the lives of young people?

Carinity Education – Southside has opportunities for casual Youth Workers – Learning Support to join their team.Who is Carinity?Carinity is a not-for-profit, values-driven organisation, which has been making a real difference in people’s lives since 1949 through comprehensive and integrated community services including residential aged care, retirement living, home care, schools, disability support, counselling, youth accommodation and chaplaincy in hospitals and prisons.For more information about Carinity, please go to our website https://carinity.org.au/Carinity Education – Southside is an independent special assistance girl’s school providing secondary education, vocational training and mentoring for students in Years 7 – 12, many of whom identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Students are treated with unconditional positive regard at all times. Many of the young women are from backgrounds of trauma, abuse and neglect, and have complex needs.See more here - https://carinity.qld.edu.au/southside/About the roleThe role is on a casual basis. The Youth Worker – Learning Support provides support to teaching staff by working with students in the classroom, supporting their learning as well as their social emotional development.What do I need for the role?

• Possession of Certificate III (or higher) in either Youth Work, Education Support or relevant discipline qualifications
• Demonstrated experience in providing support to marginalised young people, particularly those who have been victims of abuse, neglect, substance abuse and/or self-harm.
• Ability to relate to youth from different backgrounds to build positive, professional relationships.
• Willingness to obtain a LR licence to drive a 25-seated bus (highly desirable)
• Willingness to drive a Minibus

The bonuses of joining the Carinity team

• 25% wage loading, for casuals
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for our staff and their immediate family.
• Access to extensive not-for-profit salary packaging options (pay less tax).
• Be part of a team who are passionate about delivering educational excellence.
• Ongoing training and development to reach your full potential.

How do I apply?Carinity is seeking motivated and enthusiastic candidates who are committed to working to make a real difference in the lives of young people. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!To apply use the “Apply” button on this website. See the position description at the bottom of this page or visit . Applications should include a brief cover letter and resume that addresses the Essential Competencies and Experiences.You will be required to provide a Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or proof of exemption (e.g. a registered health practitioner) prior to commencing the role.Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.For further information or enquiries please contact Carinity Education - Southside on (07) 3423 7499 only during business hours.