$49 per hour + super + penalties
- Casual Contract - 8hr Shift Work
- Location: Boorloo (East Perth) WA 6004
- Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need
Life at Mission Australia
When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we're building hope and possibility for all.
Your Opportunity
The
Drug and Alcohol Youth Service
(DAYS) provides a safe and supported short-stay residential environment to help young people aged 12-21 years to manage their withdrawal from alcohol and other drugs and/or take time out from environmental influences and pressures.
This is an on-site position based in East Perth. The role requires a high alcohol and other drug (AOD) focus to support the DAYS Withdrawal services. You will be someone who has experience and initiative when working with young people participating in rehabilitation who often face complex issues. Using your knowledge of current youth issues to connect and engage with the young people using the service to support them to progress toward achieving their goals.
The service supports a 7-day, 24 hour rotating roster with a combination of day and overnight shifts.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Induct young people to the service advising them of the requirements, and their rights and responsibilities
- Develop relationships with young people adhering to boundaries of care practice, endeavouring to understand and interpret their behaviour, thus influencing positive attitudinal and behavioural change
- Assist with meal preparation and proration
- Monitor client's personal care and hygiene and provide guidance to improve life skills
- Collaborate with the team in the care and management of young people who exhibit challenging behaviour
- Facilitate educational groups and recreational activities
- Support young people to self-administer medications
- Informal Counselling
Requirements for Success
- A degree in Social Welfare or a minimum of Certificate IV in community services in the _child, youth & family, and AOD_ sectors with at least three years' experience in a similar role.
- Demonstrated experience providing support and crisis intervention.
- Strong knowledge of behaviour management and capacity to set boundaries and limits in a residential setting.
- You must be available for 8-hour shifts covering a 7-day roster (combination of night and day shifts).
- The ability to work cooperatively as part of a team to provide positive outcomes.
- Demonstrated professional approach to maintaining professional boundaries.
- First Aid Certificate required
- Must have Full driver licence with no restrictions.
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.
Your Benefits
To ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:
- Rewarding work - every day you know you're making a real difference
- Free external, confidential counselling
- Volunteering opportunities
Our Culture
Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.