Youth Worker

2 weeks ago

Glen Waverley, Victoria, Australia Holmesglen Institute Full time

THE OPPORTUNITY


Join the dynamic team at Holmesglen Student Wellbeing Department as an experienced Youth Worker to advocate and serve as a role model for learners of both the Switch and VCE VM program.

The position will proactively engage with students and teachers to identify and support 'at risk' students, providing holistic support and increase retention.


The role will support 15 to 19 year old student's facing mental health issues, welfare, behavioural, developmental, social and protection issues, and actively promote the Switch and VCE VM program within schools.


Salary:
$70,973 to $76,352 p.a pro rata (dependent upon qualifications and experience) + 11% super + annual leave loading.

Time Fraction:
Full time, 1.0 EFT

Location:
Waverley and Moorabbin Campus (working at both campus's throughout each week)

WWCC:
Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining and maintaining a Working with Children Check.

Police Check:
Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining a Police Check.

Position Status:
Ongoing contract of employment, with a 6-month qualifying period

ABOUT YOU

  • Preferred experience in an educational environment or similar, with a focus on student issues and expertise in providing counselling, welfare services, and career guidance.
  • A commitment to ethical professional practices and counselling standards, along with a strong understanding of case management processes for effective student support.
  • Familiarity with relevant community organisations and welfare agencies, including welfare and mental health information services and referral procedures.
  • Knowledge of necessary legislation, regulations, processes, and techniques, as well as strategies to support individuals with a variety of needs.
  • An understanding of educational programs, such as Apprenticeships and VCE, and staying uptodate with current issues and developments in the vocational and higher education sectors that impact the student experience.
  • Possession of postgraduate qualifications in social work, psychology, counselling, or a related discipline, coupled with relevant work experience.

ABOUT US
Holmesglen is a leading education provider, valued by local and international learners, industry and the community. We are recognised for innovation in education and training, applied research, creativity and entrepreneurship. Our open, collaborative and quality-driven culture inspires learners and staff to excel.

The Student Wellbeing Department at Holmesglen helps students achieve educational, career and personal goals. We are a qualified and experienced team and adhere to a strict code of ethics. Our services include campus doctors, disability support, indigenous student support, personal and careers counselling, recreation and activities, welfare support.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU


Holmesglen is committed to continuing to provide a safe workplace and have put systems and support in place for all our employees to work and deliver safely and flexibly.


We provide our staff with:

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellbeing programs
  • Professional and career development opportunities
  • Onsite parking and close proximity to public transport
  • 14 weeks paid parental leave
  • Flexibility to achieve work life balance
  • Opportunities for all
  • All appointments to Holmesglen Institute will be required to provide evidence of COVID19 Vaccination Status prior to commencing employment_._
We commit to respond to every applicant.

TO APPLY
For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the
position description, please click here.

**Applications close 9:00 am Monday 4 December 2023.

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