• Full-Time, Fixed Term (until 30 June 2021)
• $29.12 per hour (Junior rates may apply)

What we can offer!

• Generous salary packaging benefits
• Free PCYC gym membership
• Work alongside other passionate Youth Workers
• Flexible workplace
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Be a part of creating a stimulating and positive environment for the development of young people

We are currently seeking passionate and keen Youth Support Worker to join our PCYC Townsville Youth Club in our Project Booyah initiative. If you are enthusiastic and have a gusto for increasing youth involvement in programs and events, then we want you!

Your New Role

Reporting to the Youth Club Manager, you will be one of our many valuable Youth Support Workers in Project Booyah that focuses on early intervention of criminogenic behaviours and attitudes of at-risk young people. You will assist in re-engaging young people in their education at school and transition to the workforce.

Please note - this is a fixed term contract to cover Maternity Leave.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as community services, youth work (Certificate IV highly desirable), outdoor education, behaviour management, education, youth and community development, human services or similar
• Demonstrated experience in youth programs and youth support/case management  
• 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: All PCYC employees are required to complete a National Police Check upon commencement.
• Blue Card note: "Working With Children Check (Blue Card) No Card, No Start and Restricted Person legislation applies to all applicants". 

About PCYC Queensland

We are a not-for-profit organisation aiming to build safer and healthier communities. We focus on young people's personal and leadership development by offering state-wide programs, services and facilities through 54 Youth Clubs, two Leadership Development Centres, two Activity Centres and 113 Outside School Hours Care Services.

If this sounds like you, click Apply Now to view the position description and to submit your application.

PCYC Queensland is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for children and young people. Our Employees and Volunteers are critical to the delivery of that commitment.