• Casual 
• $42.27 - $46.12 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

We are currently seeking a passionate Student Wellbeing Officer to join our PCYC Hervey Bay Youth Club based at Pialba. If you are enthusiastic and have a passion for providing social and emotional support to students, parents and staff, then we want you!

What we can offer

• Free PCYC Gym Membership.
• In addition to your remuneration, enjoy generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per annum tax free!
• Comprehensive online induction and site-specific orientation.
• Be a part of creating a positive environment for the development of young people.
• Our work environment has a strong team work ethic where we live by our PCYC Queensland values - Respect, Leadership,
• Commitment, Passion and Teamwork.

Your New Role

Reporting to the Youth Club Manager, you will assist students to develop knowledge, understanding and skills that support learning, positive behaviour and constructive social relationships through social skill programs. You will also seek to create a positive environment that not only encompasses the student, but also their families and the staff you are supporting, to ensure engagement by those at risk. If this sounds like you, download our Position Description for more information.

About You

• Minimum Certificate IV in Pastoral Care, Youth Work or equivalent qualification. The qualification must include 3 units of competency in mental health and making appropriate referrals along with a unit in either pastoral care or working with youth (or equivalent).
• Previous pastoral care or welfare experience (nice to have)
• Hold a current First Aid and CPR certificate
• Hold a current driver’s licence and a Restricted Drivers' Authority (or ability to obtain)

Please note: Working With Children Check (Blue Card) No Card, No Start and Restricted Person legislation applies. All PCYC employees are required to complete a National Police Check upon commencement.

PCYC is committed to achieving and supporting a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as well as people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. 

An application form and a position description are attached.