Why IFYS?
At IFYS, our overarching goal is to foster an environment that nurtures the growth and development of all individuals who access our services. We strive to ensure that those who engage with our services feel valued, supported, and inspired. Equally vital is our commitment to cultivate the same sense of well-being among our dedicated staff members.
We firmly believe that our most valuable asset is our people, and as such, we continuously assess and enhance our framework of support. We readily implement new practices and procedures, such as the Sanctuary Model of Care, which actively promotes emotional, social, moral, and physical well-being for both our staff and clients.
The opportunity
IFYS Youth Engagement and Linkage Service (YELS) has an exciting opportunity for two Part-Time Youth Workers to join the team. The role will be based from Maroochydore, supporting the Sunshine Coast region.
The YELS program provides early intervention pathways and delivers case management support to young people aged 8 to 21 years, who are engaged in high risk behaviours, and are disconnected from family, education and/or their community.
What’s on offer?
- Two positions based from Maroochydore
- x1 fixed part-time contract until 17/10/2025 and;
- x1 permanent part-time position
- Both positions 60 hours per fortnight, any 4 working days Monday to Friday
- $85,120 per annum pro rata + superannuation (IFYS is committed to gender pay equity)
- Not-for-profit salary packaging options to increase take home pay (package up to $15,900 per FBT year)
- Career & professional development opportunities
- Join our team of confident workers who actively seek to improve self-identified outcomes for at risk youth
- Unique in house training opportunities including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Preventing Child Sexual Exploitation and Sanctuary training
- Free access to the CALM Premium App + Flight Centre personal travel discounts
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Key responsibilities:
- Work independently under the direction of Team Leader and within the team to engage young people in a safe and therapeutic environment
- Engage with and offer information and referral and case management to young people whose lifestyle, behaviour and or choices place them at high risk
- Work with key stakeholders such as other service providers, police and youth justice to provide coordinated responses to the needs of young people
- Advocate on behalf of individuals to ensure that services accessed and provided are relevant, flexible and accessible
- Complete administrative duties, case notes, timesheets and incident reports in line with legislative and contract requirements
Essential requirements:
- Professional experience working with vulnerable or at-risk young people
- Minimum qualification of Certificate IV in a relevant field desired
- Knowledge of trauma-based behaviour and the factors which may contribute to young people offending or engaging in high-risk behaviours
- Experience working with young people in an outreach model would be well regarded
Must hold or be willing to obtain if successful:
- Valid Queensland driver’s license with no restrictions and own fully insured vehicle
- QLD Working with Children Check (Paid Blue Card)
- Licensed Care Suitability Check (LCS2)
- National Crime Check (A new check will be completed through IFYS systems)
Other requirements:
If progressed after interview stage, you will be requested to provide the details of your two most recent and relevant line managers to provide reference checks (this must include your current employer).
Applications Close: 5pm Sunday 15th June 2025
If you would like further information on this role, please call (07) 5438 3000 and ask to speak to Josh in the Recruitment team.
