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Youth Worker
Regional Service Delivery; Youth Justice Regional Operations; Youth Justice; Cairns
3x OO4 Youth Worker
1x Temporary, Full-Time until 07 January 2027
2x Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: $73,858 to $80,824 per annum, plus 12.75% superannuation
Job details
| Position status | Permanent,Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Community Care |
| Classification | OO4 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/703556/26 |
| Closing date | 22-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 07 January 2027 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Malin Hillman |
| Contact details | Phone: 42557585 Access the National Relay Service |
As Youth Worker, you will specifically:
- Demonstrate cultural capability and/or a commitment to developing cultural capability to ensure an inclusive culture that aligns with the Human Rights Act 2019 and supports departmental programs and community partnerships aimed at preserving cultural connections for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Provide supervision and support to young people in accordance with relevant legislative provisions, strategic priorities, statutory delegations, departmental policies, procedures and contemporary best practice.
- Support the Program Coordinator in relation to the maintenance of services for young people subject to youth justice interventions.
- Provide supervision and support to young people to assist with their compliance with court orders and reintegration into the community in accordance with the case plan.
- Negotiate with other Government and community agencies, on behalf of young people, so as to enhance their access to services in accordance with the case plan.
- Maintain records of program attendance and prepare reports to assist case planning and reviews, and attend these meetings as required.
- Develop and maintain a relationship with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people and services.
- Provide support and advice to colleagues on culturally appropriate services in a youth justice context.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/703556/26
Closing Date: Thursday, 22nd October 2026
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.
Multiple positions available. 1x Temporary, Full-Time until 07 January 2027 & 2x Permanent, Full-Time.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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703556-26-Role Description (Word, 434KB)
Role Description
