Staying on Track Program Youth Mentor

Job description

CQID is experiencing enormous organisational growth across all services and seeking suitable candidates for a range of positions. CQID is one of the largest employers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Central Queensland region. Offering a broad range of service areas, with roles that serve our community across Rockhampton, Emerald, Longreach, Woorabinda, Gladstone, Bundaberg and Hervey Bay. A new organisational structure, designated HR team and the implementation of a new Workforce Strategy. Striving to support employees on their career journey is a priority and contributes us to being a Employer of Choice. Purpose of the Position: The Staying on Track Case Manager plays a vital role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people aged 10-21 to achieve stability, wellbeing, and connection. Working from a trauma-informed, culturally safe, and strengths-based framework, the Case Manager provides individualised support to young people and their families who are navigating complex challenges - such as involvement with the youth justice or child safety systems, disengagement from education, family breakdown, homelessness, and mental health concerns...