Youth Support Worker

Youth Support Worker (Casual)

Classification: SCHADS Crisis Level 1
Location: Bundaberg

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) Youth Services encompasses a range of programs for vulnerable young people, their families, and the community. Our services have a strong focus on prevention and early intervention and enable access to safe accommodation options, Holistic case management, community outreach programs and programs that teach vital independent living skills. Our centres are safe and supportive environments creating an ideal environment for growth, where participants feel believed in, valued, listened to, and respected.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Youth Support Worker to provide practical and emotional support to young people experiencing homelessness and crisis. Working within a 24-hour supported accommodation setting, you will help create a safe, secure and welcoming environment while supporting young people to build stability, independence and positive futures.

You will work collaboratively with a dedicated team and external services to deliver high-quality, client-centred support and achieve meaningful outcomes for young people.

How you will make an impact

In this role, you will:

• Build positive, respectful and trusting relationships with young people, ensuring dignity, confidentiality and cultural sensitivity at all times
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver effective programs and services
• Plan, deliver and evaluate life-skills programs and other development activities
• Provide information, advocacy and referrals to community, non-government and statutory services
• Support young people to strengthen or re-establish family and social connections
• Provide safe transport for clients using a TSA-leased vehicle
• Identify and escalate critical incidents to the Team Leader as required
• Deliver direct client support within a case management framework

What you will bring

• A qualification in Social Work, Youth Work, Community Services or a related field
• Experience supporting young people who are homeless and/or in crisis using a case management approach
• Experience working with young people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Current driver’s licence
• Valid Working with Children Check

What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including: 

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

About us

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.  We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, the Salvos are always there providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

How to apply

If you are ready to inspire and empower young people to reach their full potential, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position. We look forward to hearing from you!

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration