Youth Worker - Work Readiness
Youth Worker - Work Readiness
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Job Description
yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people with a focus on mental health and wellbeing longterm unemployment prevention of youth suicide child protection as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.
yourtown helps children and young people realise they have the ability to tackle whatever life throws at them. We help them to believe in their unique strengths tenacity and selfdetermination. We recognise the courage and determination of children and young people when they reach out to yourtown for support.
Realise your potential at yourtown
your opportunity
As our Youth Worker you will deliver strengthsbased case management to young people to support them with addressing vocational and nonvocational barriers to employment. Based at our Transition to Work office in Bundaberg you will collaborate with the team to deliver quality services that enhance selfefficacy of our youth by focusing on their strengths and inherent abilities.
As a Youth Worker your day will include:
evaluating individual strengths and connecting young people with specialised support services.
crafting and delivering engaging group activities and workshops to enhance vocational and nonvocational skills life skills and work readiness in young people.
working in collaboration with the young person to set goals to address nonvocational barriers.
designing personalised case plans that not only set clear goals but also ignite enthusiasm closely tracking and celebrating progress and achievements.
Collaborating in case conferences with the job placement coach to ensure a coordinated approach.
championing innovation challenging the norm and tirelessly advocating for the wellbeing and success of young individuals.
actively engaging with the local community and gain support for referrals for our young people.
Our office hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. For this role you will be required to work a rostered late shift on Thursdays (starting at 10:30 AM and finishing at 7:00 PM) every few weeks.
what we are looking for
You believe that optimism is infectious and that with energy & dedication anything is possible. You strive to do things well and take pride in your work. You embrace fresh ideas and ways of working and never rest in growing learning and leaning into the new.
have a minimum of two years of experience in a similar role along with a certificate IV in Youth Work or a related discipline; alternatively possess a minimum of four years of experience in youth work (or a similar role).
showcase your practical experience in youth work by proficiently case managing our young people engaged in Transition to Work. Illustrate your expertise in crafting strategies that empower disadvantaged youth to overcome challenges in employment.
you are confident in delivering engaging and inspiring workshops through your demonstrated experience in facilitating training sessions to young people.
possess strong communication and interpersonal skills coupled with a talent for networking will enable you to cultivate relationships among diverse stakeholders encompassing client cohorts government entities community organisations and business groups.
proficient skills in using technology and systems; our compliance requirements are high and your administration needs to be on par with this.
Unrestricted Australian Drivers Licence
our program
Transition to Work (TtW) is the Australian Governments youth specialist employment service that supports young people to develop practical skills to gain employment or connect with education or training. At yourtown we understand everyone is unique and so is their journey to finding work. We dont just help with the job hunt. We provide tailored youthfocused support for young people to get work skills and practical help to transform their lives.
yourtown has been delivering youth specialist Employment Services for 18 years and is a wellrespected longterm Transition to Work provider. Come join our Transition to Work program where you can make a positive impact on the lives of young people within the community.
your benefits
When you join yourtown you will be welcomed into a safe inclusive and diverse community and an established and reputable national organisation. We are a resilient resourceful and dedicated team who strive to make a difference and not accept the status quo.
Your employment experience will include:
salary sacrifice options to increase your take home pay
monthly RDOs
access to Paylab to help you save on everyday items like groceries pharmaceutical automotive services as well as things like clothing books electricals furniture and even holidays!
opportunities for internal and external professional development
free access to LinkedIn Learning including over 16000 learning modules
a genuine focus on employee health and wellbeing
yourWellness program includes free access to Calm & Centr Apps
access to free and confidential counselling sessions for you and members of your immediate family
access to discounted private health insurance banking and finance insurance and superannuation through our partner organisations
an environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employer
how to apply
If you believe in the power of young people and in yourself join team yourtown and have an amazing impact on the lives of young people their families neighbourhoods and the wider community in Australia.
We will review applications as they come in so we encourage you to apply promptly. To apply and for a full Position Description please visit: Kerry Smith Talent Acquisition Specialist
yourtown has a zerotolerance approach to abuse and we believe that Safeguarding is a shared responsibility of all for all.
yourtown is committed to providing services that protect and keep children young people and adults at risk free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory screening for childrelated employment including the completion of a National Criminal History Check and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.
In our team we value diversity inclusivity and people who want to make a difference
Employment Type
Full-Time
