Brisbane Youth Service is a well-respected not-for-profit supporting vulnerable young people and young families who are at risk or experiencing homelessness. Join Brisbane Youth Service today to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people in our community.
At Brisbane Youth Service, we actively promote work-life balance and provide a supportive team environment. We also know diversity makes a positive difference, and we encourage people from all cultures, religions, ages, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds, with relevant experience, to apply.
Housing Support Worker
The Opportunity
- Full time | 76 hours per fortnight
- 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
- Excellent salary packaging benefits
The Housing Support Worker provides crisis, brief intervention and ongoing planned support to young people residing in public housing, community housing, community housing and private rentals, enabling tenancy sustainment. This position works collaboratively with other teams within BYS, key partners and the broader community to effectively respond to issues associated with housing and homelessness.
You will hold a tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences or comparable qualification OR substantial demonstrated experience in a related field; have a current Queensland driver’s license and you must hold a current Working with Children Positive Notice (blue card) prior to commencing.
To be successful in your application you will need to provide written responses to the following selection criteria:
- 1. An understanding of, and commitment to, BYS’s vision and objectives and the demonstrated experience working within a strengths-based and trauma informed practice framework
2. Demonstrated experience working holistically with vulnerable young people using solution focussed crisis interventions and ongoing planned support
3. Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with social and community housing providers, and/or can demonstrate an understanding of the need for social and community housing for vulnerable youth
4. Understanding of the unique experiences and barriers faced by young people in gaining and sustaining tenancies
5. Strong organisational and planning skills and the ability to work independently and contribute positively within a team
6. Demonstrated effective communication skills, including strong interpersonal skills and writing skills and the ability to advocate on behalf of others
7. Demonstrated experience developing networks and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government and community service providers
We know diversity makes a positive difference and encourage people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds to apply.
How to Apply
Thank you for taking the time to review this position and for considering working with Brisbane Youth Service.
To apply, please email your (1) Cover letter addressing the selection criteria along with your (2) CV to Mel Bradford, HR Manager, at hr@brisyouth.org.
Applications for this position close 9:00a.m. Monday 23 March 2023.
Interviews may take place progressively for successfully shortlisted applicants with an immediate start available. The position may be withdrawn earlier than the close date if an applicant is successfully appointed prior.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Young Families Brief Intervention Worker
The Opportunity
- Full time | 76 hours per fortnight
- 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
- Excellent salary packaging benefits
This position provides young families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with solution focused crisis and brief interventions and thorough assessment and referrals, both internal to BYS and to the wider community.
You will hold a tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences or comparable qualification OR substantial demonstrated experience in a related field; have a current Queensland driver’s license and you must hold a current Working with Children Positive Notice (blue card) prior to commencing.
To be successful in your application you will need to provide written responses to the following selection criteria:
- 1. Understanding of and commitment to BYS vision, objective and practice framework
2. Demonstrated understanding of the issues impacting young families experiencing or at risk of homelessness
3. Demonstrated ability to undertake thorough assessments of a young family’s situation and support needs, including risk assessments
4. Demonstrated ability to work holistically with vulnerable young families, building trusting relationships and delivering solution focussed crisis and brief interventions
5. Strong communication skills, including interpersonal skills and writing skills and the ability to advocate effectively on behalf of others
6. Strong organisation and planning skills and the demonstrated ability to work independently and prioritise and manage competing demands
We know diversity makes a positive difference and encourage people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds to apply.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your (1) Cover letter addressing the selection criteria along with your (2) CV to Mel Bradford, HR Manager, at hr@brisyouth.org.
Applications for this position close 5:00p.m. Wednesday 29 March 2023.
Interviews may take place progressively for successfully shortlisted applicants with an immediate start available. The position may be withdrawn earlier than the close date if an applicant is successfully appointed prior.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Tenancy and Property Officer
The Opportunity
- Part time | 60.8 hours per fortnight
- 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
- Excellent salary packaging benefits
To deliver end to end tenancy and property management services for a Tier III Community Housing Provider delivering Specialist Homelessness Services in accordance with relevant standards and legislation. This role engages with internal support services to ensure successful tenancy sustainment for young people.
You will hold a tertiary qualification in Administration, a certificate of Real Estate Registration OR substantial demonstrated experience in a related field; have a current Queensland driver’s license and you must hold a current Working with Children Positive Notice (blue card) prior to commencing.
To be successful in your application you will need to provide written responses to the following selection criteria:
- 1. Understanding of and commitment to BYS vision, objective and practice framework
2. Knowledge of the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008 and the Social Housing Tenancy Management Policy 2020, with demonstrated ability to manage rental properties in accordance with these and other relevant legislation, guidelines and standards
3. Demonstrated ability to utilise tenancy management software to maintain accurate and timely records and produce reports
4. Experience in sourcing and contracting tradespeople demonstrating value for money
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders including support services and suppliers
6. Sound organisation skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise, problem solve and meet deadlines
We know diversity makes a positive difference and encourage people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds to apply.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your (1) Cover letter addressing the selection criteria along with your (2) CV to Mel Bradford, HR Manager, at hr@brisyouth.org.
Applications for this position close 5:00p.m. Thursday 23 March 2023.
Interviews may take place progressively for successfully shortlisted applicants with an immediate start available. The position may be withdrawn earlier than the close date if an applicant is successfully appointed prior.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Youth Worker
The Opportunity
- Permanent part-time | 27 hours per week
- 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
- Excellent salary packaging benefits
Youth workers are required to provide young people with safe and appropriate accommodation, planned support, advocacy, and information to assist young people to make informed choices about their lives
You will hold a tertiary or working towards (studying) in Social Work, Psychology, or Social Sciences or similar experience.
To be successful in your application you will need to provide written responses to the following selection criteria:
1. An understanding of and commitment to BYS’s vision and objectives and the demonstrated experience working within a strengths-based and trauma informed practice framework
2. Demonstrated experience working holistically with vulnerable young people, using brief solution focussed crisis interventions and ongoing case managed support, and experience building trusting relationships with marginalised young people
3. Strong communication skills, including oral and written skills, writing report and case files, collaborating with community services, and the ability to liaise effectively with young people and advocate on their behalf
4. Strong planning, task management and organisational skills and the ability to work independently in a supported accommodation setting
5. The ability to contribute positively within a team to deliver a high-quality service and outcomes for young people
We know diversity makes a positive difference and encourage people from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds to apply.
How to Apply
To apply, please email your (1) Cover letter addressing the selection criteria along with your (2) CV to Mel Bradford, HR Manager, at hr@brisyouth.org.
Applications for this position close 5:00p.m. Thursday 23 March 2023.
Interviews may take place progressively for successfully shortlisted applicants with an immediate start available. The position may be withdrawn earlier than the close date if an applicant is successfully appointed prior.
We look forward to hearing from you!
