About the role
The ideal applicant will hold a genuine passion for assisting young people in understanding their full potential, regardless of their background or individual circumstances. You will thrive in the knowledge that your guidance can impact young people to recognise their true value in a holistic sense and gain fulfilment from seeing them grow into young, empowered adults.
What will my time look like?
Coordinate the delivery of the school's pastoral care and community development program so that student wellbeing needs, and attendance targets are met
Plan and lead wellbeing programs to students
Support the delivery of vocational training programs offered to students
Assist in delivering associated programs, services and events offered to young people through the operation of the campus
Form intentional relationships with young people so that their strengths, passions, interests and unmet needs can be supported appropriately through the operation of the school
Support and case management of identified students in line with school policies and practice
Am I a good match?
Hold a Certificate IV or above in Youth Work, Community Services or other relevant qualification
Hold a Positive Notice Blue Card, or be willing to obtain
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with young people including the ability to communicate appropriately with young people and their families from diverse cultural backgrounds
Demonstrated ability to plan and apply appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to the establishment and maintenance of a supportive environment
Ability and commitment to working with young people using the Strengths Approach and ability to demonstrate non-judgmental, empathic framework
Be able to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
What's in it for you?
We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.
Enjoy competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance.
Here's what on offer
Increase take home pay with tax-free NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 meals and entertainment.
Join a supportive, inclusive and passionate team in an organisation making a difference.
Free gym membership which includes our fitness classes
Discounts for all Y OSHC Services and Day Care Facilities
Discounted banking and loan rates
Discounted private health insurance with Medibank
Opportunity to participate in and give back to Y programs
Counselling Employee Assistance Program
We all belong at the Y
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all children and young people to feel safe and be safe.
Child Safe Policy
As a Child Safe organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a working with children check. To learn more about our screening processes, view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy : about-us / safeguarding-children-young-people / safeguardingresources
We are an inclusive workplace and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply.
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