Posted: 12 September
Offer description
Job Description:
Our team seeks a dedicated Youth Worker to provide around-the-clock care and support to young people aged 12-17 in our residential care placements. As part of this role, you will play a critical part in helping these youth overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
Your primary responsibilities will include building positive relationships with the young people and your colleagues, following established routines tailored to each individual's needs, transporting them to school, appointments, and activities, and assisting in implementing programs designed for growth and development.
You will also be responsible for creating a safe and welcoming living environment, completing summary notes, and participating in therapeutic crisis intervention training and other professional development opportunities.
To be successful in this role, you must possess the following qualifications and skills:
1. A current Working with Children Check
2. A current First Aid Certificate (Provide First Aid)
3. A National Police Check
4. A current driver's licence
5. Willingness to participate in a Worker/Carer Exclusion Scheme Check
In addition, you must have either a Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention or a recognised relevant qualification. You will also need to complete three mandatory units of competency: CHCMHS007 – Work effectively in trauma-informed care, CHCPRT009 – Provide primary residential care, and CHCCCS009 – Facilitate responsible behaviour.
Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits to our employees, including:
* Permanent employment guaranteeing a minimum of 30 hours per week
* Annual leave, personal leave, and salary packaging benefits
* Choice of work location between Wonthaggi and Sale
* Paid induction
* Level 3.1 pay rate when qualified or Level 2.1 if unqualified Schads award pay level
* Evening, night, and weekend penalty rates
* A consistent roster
* Annual wage increases (in line with Schads award CPI increases)
Join Our Team:
Allambi Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people with diverse backgrounds. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.
