As the situation is constantly evolving, the most up to date advice regarding the current outbreak of coronavirus is available at the Australian Government Department of Health (DOH) website. Please follow the DOH advice to keep our community as healthy as possible. Resources (including posters and information around basic facts) developed by the DOH, should be placed in any YMCA customer facing site.
Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, and remember to sneeze or cough into your elbow. Containing the illness is important to minimise the spread of the virus to those most at risk. The best advice is to conduct yourself as if you were contaminated. If everybody acted in this way, this will reduce the risk of the virus spreading.
Please do not come to work if you're unwell and experiencing any symptoms similarly to the cold or flu. If you feel unwell or if you've come in contact with someone who has been diagnosed, or if you have been diagnosed with Covid-19, please notify your Manager immediately. If you suspect you may have contracted coronavirus, call the relevant coronavirus health information hotline:
Please note below the following centres have closed due to the impact of the virus. We are working closely with all teams to ensure staff are updated regarding next steps.
Centre | Date | Information |
YMCA Helensvale OSHC | 20 March 2020 | Temporary closure due to case of COVID-19. Will re-open on 6 April 2020. |
YMCA Camp Leslie | 20 March 2020 | Temporary closure due to business downturn. |
YMCA Camp Warrawee | 20 March 2020 | Temporary closure due to business downturn, may re-open for Vacation Care. |
Old Petrie Town Markets | 22 March 2020 | Due the restriction on 500 people in outdoor spaces. |
Fitness and Aquatics Centres | 23 March 2020 | Under the direction of the Federal Gov-ernment as a non-essential service and to reduce the spread of infection. |
Recreation facilities (gymnastics) | 23 March 2020 | Under the direction of the Federal Gov-ernment as a non-essential service and to reduce the spread of infection. |
Springfield Lakes Community Centre | 26 March 2020 | Under the direction of the Federal Gov-ernment as a non-essential service and to reduce the spread of infection. |
The Space North Lakes | 26 March 2020 | Under the direction of the Federal Gov-ernment as a non-essential service and to reduce the spread of infection. |
The Ridge Acacia Ridge | 26 March 2020 | Under the direction of the Federal Gov-ernment as a non-essential service and to reduce the spread of infection. |
There is an urgent call from Datacom for call centre workers to increase their staff by 1000 workers to respond to a number of government contracts, including Centrelink and the COVID-19 hotline. (Positions are available in Brisbane, Adelaide, Sydney and ACT)
Referrals must:
Datacom will be receiving applications via their website and aim to commence new starters on 6 April, 13 April and 20 April 2020. The screening process will be via phone, video and psychometric testing is required.
Roles include:
We would be seeking to employ staff on a casual short-term basis, for the duration of the Pandemic declaration and all training will be provided.
The casual rate is at L2 (OO2 pay point 1): $33.6086/hour
A comprehensive immunisation history (including Hepatitis B) will be highly desirable.
A short one-page expression of interest and a copy of your resume including current immunisation status should be forwarded to:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.- Casual staff affected by coronavirus may be eligible for government support and assistance. Please find out more at the Australian Government services website.
- New Rental Grant for households impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more at: https://www.qld.gov.au/housing/renting/rent-assistance/bond-loan/covid19-rental-grant