THE ROLE Empower children and young people to make positive changes in their lives in these entry level casual role Right now, we are recruiting ongoing and casual staff to work in Secure Care Services across two residential facilities in inner north-west metropolitan Melbourne. You will be joining a passionate and specialised team who provide high quality care, supervision and security to vulnerable children and young people residing in our Secure Care Service facilities. As a Direct Care Worker your role would involve empowering children and young people to make positive changes in their lives. You would act as part of a network of care, helping them establish and follow a daily structure, achieve important goals, and develop essential life skills. The role is varied, challenging, and rewarding. You will be providing support to children and young people who may have experienced significant trauma and display challenging behaviours while we develop a case plan to address the protection needs, reduce the risk of harm, and return the child or young person to the community as soon as possible in a safe and planned way. Direct Care Workers provide high quality care, supervision, security and safety to children and young people who are residing in a secure care unit. We're all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background, if you think you would like to start or continue your career with us, we'd love to hear from you. We look for: * empathy and cultural awareness always applying with sensitivity and professionalism. * Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and priorities. * resilience and perseverance while adapting to challenging situations. * the ability to be a team player and work well with a close team. What's in it for you? * These positions will work across two locations, with penalty rates that apply on public holidays, shift work, over time and weekends. * Opportunity to apply for fixed-term and ongoing opportunities. * A comprehensive onboarding processes * Continuous training opportunities while on the job. * Employee wellbeing and support programs * The opportunity to start or advance your career in the Victoria Public Service You can find more information about the key accountabilities in the position description. What is required: * Competed Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (preferred), or a recognised relevant qualification including Diploma or Degree level in a relevant field. * It is preferred that all applicants have completed elective units as part of their Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (preferred); or a recognised equivalent. The preferred unit subjects are - * CHCMHS007 - Work effectively in trauma informed care * CHCPRT034 - Work with children and young people with complex trauma and attachment needs * CHCPRT033 - Provide support to children and youth in out of home care * CHCCCS009 - Facilitate responsible behaviour * First Aid/CPR or willing to obtain prior to commencement of role * A current Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) card is required and will need to be provided prior to commencement of employment by the applicant. Currency will need to be maintained by the employee for the period of employment. * Your passion to keep young people safe and empower them to steer their lives in a positive direction. What's next? Submit your cover letter stating your motivation and capability for the position along with your resume (max 2 pages) by applying here. If you are shortlisted to interview, we will phone you and invite to participate in a short face to face panel interview where we will ask you 4-5 questions that align with the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description. This role requires a Working with Children Check. Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: https://www.vic.gov.au/working-with-children-check For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description. HOW TO APPLY Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening. For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs) Please apply to submit your interest in this position.