Job Title:
Support Worker for Children and Youth
This role is a casual opportunity based in Mt Gambier, SA within our Flexible Funding Packages – Children, Youth and Family Services Program.
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Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Keyworker in responding to the young person's emotional and functional needs.
* Develop personal skills and provide administrative assistance.
* Provide practical assistance relating to the young person.
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Requirements:
* Relevant tertiary qualifications.
* A current valid driver's licence and be able to drive MacKillop vehicles in the conduct of the position requirements.
* Knowledge of the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 and policies relating to child welfare, family services and Child Protection Services.
* An understanding of trauma and how best to work with children and young people in programme.
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience of working in the community sector – including residential care, home based care, disability, family specialist and family reunification.
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Benefits:
* Generous Salary Packaging – helps increase your take home pay.
* Ongoing Career Development, Education and Training.
* Employee Assistance Program – free and confidential counselling, coaching and emotional support for work and personal challenges.
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What We Offer:
MacKillop celebrates and draws strength from diversity and respects the dignity of all people. Every person at MacKillop has the right to be safe and to be treated justly.