• Fixed Term, Full Time | Until 30 June 2025
• $33.82 per hour 

We are currently seeking passionate and keen Youth Support Worker to join our PCYC Townsville Youth Club in our Project Booyah initiative. If you are enthusiastic and have a gusto for increasing youth involvement in programs and events, then we want you!

What we can offer

• In addition to your remuneration, enjoy generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per annum tax free!
• Free PCYC Gym Membership
• Be a part of creating a positive environment for the development of young people

Your New Role

Reporting to the Project Booyah State Coordinator, you will be one of our many valuable Youth Support Workers in Project Booyah that focuses on early intervention of criminogenic behaviours and attitudes of at-risk young people. You will assist in re-engaging young people in their education at school and transition to the workforce. If this sounds like you, download our Position Description for more information.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as community services, youth work (Certificate IV highly desirable), outdoor education, behaviour management, education, youth and community development, human services or similar
• Demonstrated experience in youth programs and youth support/case management  
• Hold a current drivers' licence or a light rigid driver’s licence, and a Restricted Drivers' Authority (or ability to obtain)
• Hold a current First Aid and CPR certificate (or able 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. 

A position description and application form are attached.