Youth Workers Required In Australia

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Do you have a passion for walking alongside young people and supporting them to build a strong future? Gallang Place is seeking dedicated Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Youth Mentors to join our growing Brisbane team. This is more than a job it’s a meaningful opportunity to make a real, positive impact in the lives of First Nations youth and families every day. We are looking for compassionate individuals who believe in healing, empowerment, and the power of culturally safe relationships.

Company Overview

Gallang Place is a respected, not-for-profit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisation. For over 30 years, we have been dedicated to providing trauma-informed and culturally safe healing services. Our work is rooted in community, respect, and a deep commitment to the social and emotional wellbeing of our people. When you join Gallang Place, you become part of a supportive, family-friendly organisation where your cultural knowledge and professional growth are genuinely valued.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on the program, your role will involve providing critical support through mentorship and advocacy. Key duties include:

• For the ‘Staying on Track’ Youth Justice Program: Working in partnership with Youth Justice and families to provide practical, one-on-one mentoring that supports a young person’s successful reintegration into the community, helps reduce reoffending, and assists them in meeting their legal obligations.
• For the ‘Live Long, Live Strong’ Youth Program: Facilitating culturally appropriate counselling and support to help young people aged 10-25 build resilience and overcome challenges like bullying, family conflict, and emotional distress through face-to-face, outreach, and telehealth engagements.
• Building trusting, respectful relationships with young people, creating a safe space for them to share and grow.
• Advocating for young people’s needs and supporting them to connect with essential services and programs.
• Developing and supporting the implementation of individual plans that empower young people to make positive choices for their future.
• Maintaining professional documentation and participating in case reviews and team meetings.

Qualifications

These are identified positions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons, as permitted under Sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act (1991).

We are looking for individuals who are committed to cultural safety and trauma-informed practice. The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum Certificate IV or Diploma in Counselling, Youth Work, Community Services, Case Management, or a similar field.
• Demonstrated experience in youth mentoring, support, social and emotional wellbeing work, or case management.
• The ability to build genuine rapport and respond safely and calmly to critical situations with young people at risk.
• Strong relationship-building skills grounded in respect, collaboration, and inclusivity.
• A current Blue Card (Working with Children Check), a valid Driver’s Licence, and a willingness to undergo ongoing professional development and supervision.
• Experience working within a First Nations community-controlled organisation is highly regarded.

Benefits and Perks

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Gallang Place is committed to supporting our staff with a holistic and rewarding employment package. We offer:

• The opportunity to work for a leading, well-respected Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisation.
• A competitive hourly rate between $27.00 and $33.00.
• Ongoing training and professional development to further your skills and career.
• Excellent salary sacrifice benefits to increase your take-home pay.
• A genuinely supportive, family-friendly workplace with flexible work options.
• Additional paid leave, including Christmas leave.

How to Apply

If you are called to support our young people and meet the criteria above, we encourage you to apply directly. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your connection to community and suitability for the role.

No third-party applications will be accepted.

Join us in our important healing work. We look forward to hearing from you.