Job Description:
As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in providing support to young people living in our accommodation service. Your primary objective will be to assist young people in developing living and life skills, while also promoting democracy and supporting their engagement in a participatory environment.
* Assist young people to develop essential life skills
* Model positive behavior through social learning, social responsibility, and emotional intelligence
* Promote democracy and support young people's participation in decision-making processes
* Provide support to children and young people living in the accommodation service
* Participate in team meetings and house meetings to ensure that young people receive services that meet their needs
* Safeguard the wellbeing of young people and report any concerns immediately
The ITC System:
The ITC system provides therapeutic care and has a strong focus on recovery from trauma. It offers an alternative to long-term residential care and prioritizes the safety and wellbeing of young people. Our system also provides clear pathways to less intensive service types and permanency, as well as a broader range of placement options for children and young people to achieve outcomes around mental health, physical health, and education.
* Provides Therapeutic Care
* Has a strong focus on recovery from trauma
* Offers an alternative to long-term residential care
* Prioritizes the safety and wellbeing of young people
* Provides clear pathways to less intensive service types and permanency
* Provides a broader range of placement options
Primary Objectives:
Our primary objectives are to provide trauma-informed services that achieve positive outcomes for young people and their families. We aim to provide young people with safety, stability, predictability, and consistency by implementing the house guidelines and supporting the implementation of individual strategies and case plans.
* Provide trauma-informed services
* Ensure young people receive safe and consistent support
* Implement house guidelines and individual strategies
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will require:
* A minimum qualification requirement of a Diploma of Youth Work or equivalent
* Demonstrated skills and experience in youth services, residential care, or supported accommodation
* Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values, and awareness of current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people, and their families
Benefits:
We offer a great opportunity to join a leading provider of community and family services, with a succession plan for career growth. You will also receive:
* An hourly rate based on SCHADS Award 3.1-3.4 dependent on qualification and experience
* Salary packaging up to $18,550 per year, allowing you to reduce your tax liability
* Professional development opportunities, including study leave and training within our in-house learning team
* Training in industry-specific areas, such as Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and Sanctuary Model
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program, offering free counseling and coaching services
* Opportunities to work with the Sanctuary Model, an evidence-supported framework that promotes a safe and healing environment