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ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Flexible Schools Ltd currently educates over 2,500 young people in 21 Flexible Learning Schools (12 based in Queensland and 9 other schools across Australia) and two Special Education Services Schools in NSW, with approximately 800 staff nationally. We're excited to share that the Darwin campus of St Joseph's Catholic Flexible School is preparing to open its doors, offering a new opportunity for Young People in the Northern Territory. Our schools provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for Young People who have experienced barriers to education. Here at Flexis, we focus on helping students reconnect with learning, build confidence, and feel part of a caring community. As part of the national EREA Flexible Schools network, and building on the success of our Alice Springs campus, Darwin will offer relationship‑based, trauma‑informed education that meets each student where they are.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Youth Worker reports to the Area Principal or delegate. The Youth Worker supports:
* Effective learning and teaching programs for young people in both middle and senior phases of secondary education.
* Physical health and emotional wellbeing of the young people.
* Development and implementation of the school's strategic and operational plans regarding the function of your role as youth worker.
* Maintenance of a supportive and inclusive school environment.
* Relationships with the school, staff, students and their families, industry, and community organisations in relation to planning, actions and achieving outcomes.
* Young people to engage with relevant external agencies through appropriate referral pathways and stakeholder meetings.
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ABOUT YOU
ESSENTIAL
* A Working with Children Clearance Notice
* Current driver's licence (essential) or Light Rigid licence (highly desirable)
* Previous experience in the youth sector with knowledge and understanding of the local First Nations communities
HIGHLY DESIRABLE
* An understanding of and commitment to principles of social justice
* Understanding of current youth work practice, trends and issues in service provision to marginalised young people particularly within the alternate education sector
* Sound level of verbal and written communication skills, including participating in meeting processes, report writing and negotiation skills
* Skills in computing (especially word processing, Internet) and skills, or the ability to develop skills in database.
* Proven ability to work autonomously and in an integrated manner as a member of a multi‑disciplinary team
* Qualifications at Degree, Diploma or Certificate level with Social Work/Youth Work experience (or working towards a qualification) or equivalent life experience
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
* Small group sizes with a flexible approach to learning
* Salary sacrificing benefits, including FBT exempt payments of up to $15,900 p/a
* Induction, Wellbeing and Professional Development Opportunities
* Dedicated support to assist new youth workers
* Great team environment
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for a position, please complete the application form below. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Adam Richter, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd. on or via email Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check. All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA's commitment to child protection policies and procedures. Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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