Youth Worker
2 weeks ago
Youth Worker - Transitions and Pathways - Wollongong Flexible School
Role: Continuing, Full-Time. Start date to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
About the OrganisationEREA Flexible Schools Ltd currently educates over 2,000 young people in 21 Flexible Schools (12 in Queensland and 9 elsewhere) and two Special Education Services Schools in Sydney. Flexi schools support young people who experience complex educational, social or psychological situations, delivering education in a trauma-informed, supportive environment that emphasises Honesty, Respect, Participation, Safe & Legal principles embedded in Common Ground.
About the RoleThe Transitions Officer will assist and support young people to achieve success in transitioning from school to post-school options such as employment, further qualifications, or higher learning. The role requires the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary school team to develop pathways, assist with goal setting, and provide learning options to prepare and resource young people to leave school successfully. The role also involves building local networks and partnerships to strengthen community connections with the school.
What you can offer / What we are looking for- Ability to implement strategies to support young people in their learning;
- Ability to work within Flexible Schools practice frameworks (Operation by Principles and Common Ground);
- Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team and with stakeholders;
- Tertiary qualifications at Certificate level or equivalent for a Youth Support Worker (or relevant knowledge/experience);
- Understanding of social justice principles;
- Strong verbal and written communication, meeting processes, report writing and negotiation skills;
- Understanding of current youth work practices, trends, and issues in marginalised youth, especially in the alternate education sector;
- Computing skills (word processing, Internet) and ability to develop skills in databases;
- Experience in careers, transition or employment services;
- Ability to work autonomously, show initiative, and have excellent networking skills;
- Willingness to assist with daily student transport to and from school;
- Current NSW Working with Children Check and a current NSW Driver's Licence (LR licence is an advantage);
First aid certificate or willingness to obtain
- Edmund Rice charism;
- Learn how to do school differently;
- Enhanced Superannuation contribution options;
- Salary Sacrificing benefits, including FBT exempt payments of up to $15,900 p/a;
- Induction, wellbeing and ongoing professional development;
- Supportive multi-disciplinary team environment;
- Free EAP counselling services;
- Salary: Staff Level 4a (adjusted Wellbeing) $78,544.61 per annum.
Please upload documents in PDF format. To support your application, provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role. For a confidential conversation about the role, contact Michael Loudoun, Head of Campus, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd., on or via email
Applications will be reviewed on receipt. Applications close 3:00 PM (AEDT) Friday, 10 January 2025.
Additional requirements: The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check. All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. EREA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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