Permanent Residential Care Youth Workers Wonthaggi And Bass Coast
Work for a leading organisation that is 40 years strong and play a critical role in changing a young person's life. You will be supported and mentored throughout your career journey with us.
* Join an organisation that truly values its employees.
* Support youth in our care placements.
As a Residential Care Worker, you are one of the most influential people in a young person's life, providing around-the-clock care to those in need.
Benefits Of Joining Our Team
We offer:
* Permanent employment guaranteeing a minimum of 30 hours per week.
* Annual leave, personal leave and salary packaging benefits.
* The choice to work at either Wonthaggi or Sale locations.
* A paid induction program.
* A consistent roster.
* Annual wage increases (in line with Schads award CPI increases).
You will join a team of dedicated professionals including Therapeutic Specialists, Case Coordinators and an Education Specialist.
More About The Role And Us
Our organisation is a multi-disciplined and recognised leader in the human services field, working across Victoria and NSW.
* We support our community's most vulnerable people through tailored services and programs.
* With over 40 years' experience, our 'never give up' approach ensures the needs of the people we care for are our first priority.
What Your Daily Tasks Will Include
Some of your tasks may include:
* Building positive relationships with young people and your fellow team members.
* Following a routine developed specifically for a young person's needs.
* Transporting young people to and from school, day programs and appointments.
* Completing activities and enjoying mealtimes together.
* Assisting in the implementation of programs designed for growth and development of young people.
* Completing summary notes.
* Helping create a safe and homely environment for young people to live in and enjoy.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will need to meet the following essential criteria:
* Current Working with Children Check (for paid employment).
* Current First Aid Certificate (Provide First Aid; Course Code HLTAID003).
* National Police Check.
* International Police Check for applicants who have lived continuously for 12 months or more in another country within the last 10 years.
* A current driver's licence.
* Willingness to participate in a Worker/Carer Exclusion Scheme Check.
* Current NDIS Worker Check.
Required Qualifications
For this role, you must hold:
* Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention; or
* A recognised relevant qualification.
In addition, all residential care workers must complete the three mandatory units of competency: CHCMHS007 – Work effectively in trauma informed care, CHCPRT009 – Provide primary residential care, and CHCCCS009 – Facilitate responsible behaviour.
Allambi Care can facilitate the applicant obtaining the mandatory units of competency within the first 3 months of employment if they have not been obtained prior to applying through our partnered RTO BIAE (RTO no *****).
If you are ready to learn, grow and have a meaningful career with us, simply complete the application process by clicking the Apply Now button.
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If you have any further questions, please contact Stefan or Hala.
Equal Employment Opportunity employer welcomes applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds as well as Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds and People With a Disability.