Queensland youth workers walk off job

Child safety workers in Queensland have commenced a strike, walking off the job as of today. The industrial action involves employees who work with young people in the state’s youth services sector.

The workers participating in the strike are employed as youth workers, a role that includes responsibilities for safeguarding children and supporting vulnerable families. Their duties typically involve direct engagement with at‑risk youth, providing counseling, crisis intervention and coordination with other community services.

The strike has been called in response to a dispute over pay. Employees have indicated that they are seeking higher remuneration, asserting that current wages do not reflect the demands and responsibilities of their positions.

The walkout is expected to affect the delivery of child safety and youth support services across Queensland while negotiations continue between the workers and the relevant authorities.