Your role at St John of God Social OutreachWe are seeking applications for a Youth Worker to join our Youth, Mother & Baby Program at Dianella WA, on a permanent part-time basis.The purpose of this position is to provide a high standard of care to the residents of the St John of God Horizon House by empowering the young people to move to a position of autonomy and self-fulfilment by assisting them to achieve their goals.You will encourage and facilitate the involvement of the residents in education, training and personal development programs.The PositionBuild strong, trusting relationships with young people, placing their interests and well-being at the forefront of all interactions.Provide safe and stable long term accommodation to a young people who are at risk of being homelessness, creating an environment that promotes growth and developmentOffer outreach, strengths based and practical support to meet the continuum of care arrangements for young people with complex needs.Assist young people in realising their aspirations and potential, through participating in education, training, and employment services.Assist in case management and planning for young peopleSupport young people in developing independent living skillsYou will have an understanding of the special needs of adolescents and trauma-informed care, together with recent experience working with at-risk young people, extensive experience in an area related to youth work and knowledge of the Privacy Legislation and Occupational, Health & Safety Act Regulations.Successful applicants will hold a Certificate IV in Youth Work or similar, State's Drivers Licence, First Aid Certificate and Working with Children Card.Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.We can offer youSalary: $76,621 to $82,169 (pro rata for part time) plus 12% SuperannuationPermanent part-time, working 26 hours per weekSalary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:Novated leasing work related expensesself-education andadditional superannuationA healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programsEmployee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health InsuranceFor enquiries contact Mattew Velichkovich, Support Coordinator on 0438 065 593.At St John of God Social Outreach, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.