Youth Worker – Geraldton Flexible School
* Continuing, Full Time
* Start Date: As soon as possible
About the Organisation
Geraldton Flexible School is a Catholic School in the Edmund Rice tradition. It is one of 21 Flexible Schools across Australia that offer a full‐time, multi‐year secondary education program for young people who have disengaged from mainstream schooling. Enrolled students may have complex educational and social needs, and the school responds with flexible, innovative teaching practices, vocational planning, and support for social connectedness.
The purpose of a Flexible School is to provide young people with varied, holistic learning experiences that support them to identify and pursue individual transitions to adulthood, employment, further education, training, and social connectedness.
About the Role
The Youth Worker collaborates with staff and is supported by teachers, other youth workers, the head of campus, the area principal, and the regional team. Key responsibilities include:
* Demonstrating competency and applying knowledge independently in youth work practice.
* Supporting engagement, wellbeing, and social inclusion for the young people.
* Assisting staff and students with activities and programs.
* Analyzing complex situations and implementing appropriate strategies to enhance professional practice among teaching and non‐teaching staff.
* Working collaboratively with staff to maintain a safe, conducive environment for all.
* Working effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team and establishing professional relationships with stakeholders.
* Operating within the framework of EREA policies and procedures.
About You
* Commitment to the values of a Catholic educational system in the Edmund Rice tradition.
* Qualifications at degree, diploma, or certificate level in social work or youth work.
* Experience in the youth sector with knowledge of the local Aboriginal community.
* Working With Children Clearance notice.
* Unrestricted driver's licence.
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 per annum.
* Induction, wellbeing, and professional development opportunities.
* Edmund Rice charism and values.
All prospective candidates will undergo EREA and legislative screening procedures consistent with child protection policies. We are committed to 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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