Youth Program Worker

Mackay, Queensland 4740, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Hold a current Queensland Driver Licence.
  • Hold a current Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
  • Have current First Aid and CPR certification, or be willing to obtain it.

Role Type

Contract • Full-time • Associate

Description

Help young people build confidence, skills and brighter futures.

 

MADEC is recruiting a passionate Youth Program Worker to support the delivery of our youth programs.

 

This is a Fixed-Term, Full-Time opportunity- 38 hours per week, Monday-Friday.

 

If you enjoy mentoring young people, facilitating activities, building community connections and helping people overcome barriers, we’d love to hear from you.

 

About the Role

As a Youth Program Worker, you will:

  • Build positive, professional relationships with young people.
  • Deliver individual and group-based youth programs.
  • Support young people to develop life skills, confidence and independence.
  • Assist participants to access education, employment, training and community opportunities.

 

About You

You are someone who:

  • Is passionate about supporting young people.
  • Builds rapport quickly and communicates effectively.
  • Is organised, adaptable and proactive.

Essential Requirements

  • Current Queensland Driver Licence.
  • Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
  • Current First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain).
  • Experience working with vulnerable young people, employment programs or community services will be highly regarded.

 

What We Offer

  • Full-Time position on a fixed-term contract.
  • SCHADS Award Level 3.1.
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Ongoing learning and professional development.
  • Salary packaging opportunities.
  • Meaningful work that creates lasting change in the lives of young people.

 

Applications will be assessed as received, and positions may be filled before the closing date.