Overview
Location: Kalgoorlie, WA
Employment Type: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday)
Department: Social Support
To provide an ethical, holistic, accountable and culturally appropriate youth support service by delivering practical and emotional support programs and assist young people to develop skills and make positive changes in their lives. To provide support and advocacy to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in the Goldfields region, who are facing welfare, behavioural, developmental, social and protection issues. Develop, plan and facilitate programs to address the particular issues young people face, including building self-esteem and confidence, family conflict, homelessness, drug and alcohol abuse, sex and relationships, education and finding employment.
Aboriginal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates who have already applied for role will still be considered and do not need to reapply.
Responsibilities
* Provide ethical, holistic, accountable, and culturally appropriate youth support services.
* Deliver practical and emotional support programs and assist young people to develop skills and make positive changes.
* Develop, plan and facilitate programs addressing issues such as self-esteem, family conflict, homelessness, substance use, relationships, education and employment.
* Build self-esteem and confidence and support youth in making positive life choices.
* Work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people in the Goldfields region, including welfare, behavioural, developmental, social and protection issues.
* Maintain strong, productive partnerships with the Aboriginal Community, Bega employees and key stakeholders.
Qualifications
* Tertiary qualification and/or equivalent experience in Youth Work.
* Knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants related to Aboriginal Health.
* Ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate individual and group programs.
* Efficient time and caseload management; ability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to relate well to others and liaise with key stakeholders.
* Commitment to confidentiality and high accuracy.
* Current Police Certificate (within 3 months) and Working with Children's Check, WA Working with Children Check (or equivalent).
* WA Class C driver's license (if required).
* Ability to travel and stay overnight as needed.
Benefits
* Above award pay rates
* 37.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday
* 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
* Salary packaging up to $15,900 (tax free)
* Paid end-of-year business closure leave (conditions apply)
* Long Service Leave after 7 years
* Professional development and leadership opportunities
* Health and wellbeing subsidy (up to $600 per year)
* Supportive and flexible work environment
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
To view the Job Description Form (JDF) and apply, please follow the application instructions.
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