Youth Worker

Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a lasting impact in their lives?

Join Well Life Services, a values-driven organisation committed to empowering individuals through person-centred care and therapeutic support.

We’re seeking compassionate and resilient Youth Workers to provide high-quality care and support to children and young persons in Out of Home Care. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to be a positive role model, we want to hear from you!

Our Mission

We support people to build capacity and reach meaningful outcomes through collaborative, therapeutic care. We deliver this through the provision of Allied Health, Youth Residential, Support Coordination, Lifestyle Support, and Out of Home Care services across South East Queensland.

About the Role

As a Youth Worker, you’ll play a vital role in:

• Providing direct care and support to young people in residential settings
• Implementing care plans and therapeutic programs tailored to individual needs
• Supporting community access, recreational activities, and everyday learning opportunities
• Promoting safety, resilience, and positive behavioural modelling
• Collaborating with families, caseworkers, and multidisciplinary teams
• Maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to relevant legislation and standards

What We Offer

• Casual and permanent part-time positions
• Consistent rosters with sleepover shifts
• Internal training and career development opportunities
• Supportive team culture and on-call assistance
• Access to EAP and QLeave long service leave
• A chance to make a meaningful difference in a young person’s life

About You

You’re someone who:

• Has experience working with young people with complex behaviours and trauma
• Demonstrates empathy, patience, and emotional resilience
• Is confident working independently and collaboratively
• Communicates effectively and professionally
• Is passionate about achieving positive outcomes for youth
• Is adaptable and able to think on your feet in challenging situations

Requirements

• Certificate IV or higher in Youth Work, Child & Family Intervention, Community Services, or similar
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card – Paid)
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (Yellow Card – Paid)
• Current QLD Driver’s Licence (Green P accepted with approval)
• Comprehensive car insurance and registration
• Current First Aid and CPR certification

Completion or willingness to complete:

• Hope and Healing training
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)
• Etrainu modules
• Other relevant learning as required

How to Apply

If you're ready to make a difference and meet the above criteria, we’d love to hear from you!

Well Life Services is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.