Youth Support Worker

Fixed Term, Part Time | 2 year contract | 32hrs per week

$34.79 per hour (Junior rates may apply)

We are currently seeking a passionate and keen Youth Support Worker (Support and/or Access) to join our PCYC Cloncurry Youth Club. If you are enthusiastic and have a gusto for increasing youth involvement in programs and events, then we want you!

What we can offer

• In addition to your remuneration, enjoy generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $18,55 per annum tax free!
• Free PCYC Gym Membership
• Flexible work options available
• Comprehensive online induction and site-specific orientation
• Be a part of creating a positive environment for the development of young people
• Our work environment has a strong team work ethic where we live by our PCYC Queensland values - Respect, Leadership, Commitment, Passion and Teamwork.

Your New Role

Reporting to the Youth Club Manager, you will be one of our many valuable Youth Support Workers who work in close consultation with youth and community to provide individualised one-on-one support and assistance to young people who need additional or specialised help. You provide information, advice and referrals to service the young person needs when appropriate (e.g referrals for; drug or alcohol, mental health, housing, legal, education, domestic and family violence services). If this sounds like you, download our Position Description for more information.

About You

• Minimum Certificate IV in youth work, community development/welfare, human services or related discipline or equivalent to 3 years experience in the social and community sector 
• Experience in undertaking youth related activities
• Hold a current drivers' licence or a light rigid driver’s licence, and a Restricted Drivers' Authority (or ability to obtain)
• Hold a current First Aid and CPR certificate (or able to obtain)

Please note: Working With Children Check (Blue Card) No Card, No Start and Restricted Person legislation applies. All PCYC employees are required to complete a National Police Check upon commencement.

PCYC is committed to achieving and supporting a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as well as people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.