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Senior Social Worker - Brisbane Youth Education and Training Centre
Metropolitan South Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
The Department of Education is seeking a skilled and compassionate Senior Social Worker to support young people with current or emerging involvement in the youth justice system in the Ipswich Local Government Area.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a targeted, community-based initiative focused on reducing youth crime and supporting improved education and life outcomes for at risk young people in Ipswich.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | PO4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MSR687926/26T |
| Closing date | 20-May-2026 |
| Job duration | A period of 8 months unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Linda Galloway |
| Contact details | 0400 814 941 Access the National Relay Service |
About Brisbane Youth Education and Training Centre
The Brisbane Youth Education and Training Centre is a Department of Education school, operating inside the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre at Wacol. Established in 2001, it is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art school which reflects the Queensland Government's vision of supporting and promoting the wellbeing and capacity of young people in detention.
About the Role
Based at Wacol Youth Remand Centre, this role requires strong knowledge of community systems, inter-agency practice and the complex social and environmental factors impacting young people. You will deliver intensive, evidence-informed interventions to young people whose involvement in youth justice places them at significant risk of disengagement from education and challenges in sustaining positive education, training or employment pathways.
As part of the Youth Education Team - Interventions, you will deliver intensive case management for young people with involvement in youth justice, working collaboratively with schools, families and community organisations to address barriers and support connection to meaningful education, training or employment pathways.
You will play a key role in strengthening protective factors, reducing risk and supporting coordinated, multi-agency responses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complex Case Management
- Collaboration and Relationship Building
- Cultural Competency
- Advocacy and Problem-Solving
- Data Collection and Reporting
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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MSR687926_26T Role Description (PDF, 314KB)
Role Description
Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
