Youth Worker (Life Without Barriers Education). Permanent Full Time - Logan

Life Without Barriers•Logan, OH

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Durithunga Gunya – Life Without Barriers Education provides inclusive and flexible learning options for high school aged students who need support to re-engage with education. Our schools support young people to navigate their educational, social, and wellbeing needs, helping remove barriers so they can participate, learn, and thrive. At Durithunga Gunya – Life Without Barriers Education, young people are at the heart of their learning journey, empowered to explore their potential, build skills, and create meaningful pathways for their future. As a Youth Worker, you will play a key role in supporting young people to engage in learning and reach their potential. Working alongside teaching staff, you will promote wellbeing, build positive relationships and contribute to a safe, inclusive and trauma-informed school environment. Note: The proposed Life Without Barriers Education and Gunya Meta (Durithunga Gunya – LWB Education) school in Queensland is currently pending registration with the Non-State Schools Accreditation Board (NSSAB). Any appointment arising from this recruitment process is conditional upon the granting required regulatory approvals.

Requirements

Relevant qualifications in Education Support, Youth Work or similar and/or equivalent experience e.g. cultural and community knowledge and experience
Demonstrated experience engaging and supporting young people with complex needs, their families and communities, to foster young people’s engagement in learning
High level communication skills including the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with young people, families and communities
Strong organisational skills with the ability to provide and support a range of wellbeing and engagement programs and activities.
Current First Aid certification
Current unrestricted Australian Driver’s Licence and ability to drive 12 seat vehicles.
Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check and QLD Working with Children Check (Blue Card)

Responsibilities

Support student learning and engagement through in-class assistance, wellbeing programs, and individual learning plans.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed environment, supporting cultural identity and diversity.
Build positive relationships with young people and families to promote wellbeing and life skills.
Collaborate with teachers, teams, and community agencies to provide integrated support.
Participate in school routines, activities, and professional development.
Maintain records and comply with child safety, organisational policies, and legal requirements.