Are you ready to kickstart your career and earn while you learn?
Are you currently studying a Cert IV or higher qualification in a Community Services or Youth related field? Edmen's Kickstart Program could be the perfect opportunity to get you started in the industry. Our Kickstart Program provides eligible students with the opportunity to complete placement hours fully paid while you study, with ongoing work available once your placement has finished.
We're partnering with DCC to provide workforce solutions to their growing youth organisation. DCC offers round-the-clock care to young people in different settings, such as residential, community access, outreach and supervised family contact, and if you have a caring heart, a sense of adventure, and a passion to change young lives, we'd love to have you join us.
About You :
* Enrolment into a Certificate IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention, Youth Work, Social Work or similar
* Australian Drivers Licence (P2 or higher)
* Working with Children Check (Blue card)
* Current First Aid & CPR certificate
* The ability to work a mixture of day, night and weekend shifts as required
Edmen Community Staffing Solutions is an employer of equal opportunity and encourages CALD, LGBTQIA+ and First Nations people to apply.
About the Position :
As a Residential Youth Worker, you'll be part of something extraordinary. You will provide day-to-day assistance, guidance, support and empowerment to help young people achieve their goals.
The role is a casual opportunity offering flexible work arrangements, consistent lines of work and great work-life balance.
Shift times are as below but can vary :
AM : 0800 - 1600
PM : 1600 - 2200 + (2200 - 0600 Passive) +
Responsibilities :
Your responsibilities will include :
* Establish a secure and nurturing home environment for at-risk youngpeople
* Offer guidance and support with personal care requirements including meal assistance and hygieneroutines
* Provide transportation for school, appointments and communityactivities
* Foster the development of skills and socialisation within the local community, alongside promoting positive pro-social peerinteractions
* Support in the administration of medications and associated reporting requirements for children on Child Protection orders
* Provide trauma-informed care to young people who display complex behavioural issues and traumaticbackgrounds
* Engage in the Trauma Recovery practice framework and undertake Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) within the first three months of your employment
Apply Now and let your DCC adventure begin
See our blog on accepted qualifications on our website here : https : / / / blog-why-becoming-a-youth-worker-in-qld-might-not-be-as-hard-as-you-think
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