Youth Cultural Mentoring Program Support Worker

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled health provider in one of the fastest-growing regions in Australia.

A strong sense of community & inclusion.

Enjoys a career that makes a difference.

At Kambu Health, we pride ourselves on being an organisation where the best people come to do their best work for our community.

Kambu Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Health (Kambu Health) is a not-for-profit community owned health, human services and education organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Ipswich and west Moreton region. We provide primary, allied and specialist health care services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Kambu Health practices a holistic and preventative approach to health, complemented with long-term healthy lifestyle change programs and services. Our community is at the heart of everything we do, and they set the direction for our service. When you join us, you will find a welcoming and caring community created by professional, down-to-earth individuals who are passionate about our mission.

This is anIdentified Position, meaning it is open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.

$75,000 per annum plus 12% superannuation and leave loading

12-month fixed term

Full-time

The Youth Cultural Mentoring Program provides First Nation young people (10-17 years of age) the opportunity to access culturally safe and responsive activities that focus on reducing the individual's at-risk behaviours; preventing and diverting further contact with the youth justice system.

As the Youth Cultural Mentoring Program Support Officer you will create, develop and implement activities that meet the needs of young people accessing the program, whilst maintaining service guidelines, in accordance with Service Agreements. Activities may also be identified through community consultations and input from local services.

You will work closely with Kambu Health programs and services to ensure holistic supports are available and the needs of the young person are identified and met. This will be achieved through a case management framework.

Within this role, you will also be required to:

• Develop case plans, follow case goals and plan as directed to deliver outcomes. In addition, undertaking regular needs analysis and case reviews to identify and document trends and overarching issues requiring support and/or strategic intervention.
• Develop and maintain good working knowledge and relationships with relevant key stakeholders within our service areas to enhance program delivery.
• Implement principles to and strategies to role model, mentor and teach young people necessary life skills.
• Plan and deliver recreational and skills-based programs (e.g., sports, arts, life skills etc.).
• Engage with and take on other responsibilities, commensurate with the Youth Cultural Mentoring Program role, which contribute to the overall objectives of the Youth Cultural Mentoring Program and Kambu Health - wide goals, aspirations, and targets.
• Comply with relevant legislation and Kambu Health policies and procedures, including equity and health & safety and exhibit good practice in relation to same.
• Any other reasonable duties as directed by the Youth Cultural Mentoring Program Manager within known skills, knowledge, and capabilities.

To be successful in this role, you will:

A First Nations Man or Woman

Minimum two (2) years' experience in a similar related role.

A current Blue Card.

Ability to gain a suitable criminal history check.

Current C Class Driver's License (QLD).

Demonstrate proficiency in the use of business technology and desktop applications, including Microsoft Office Packages.

Possess well-developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to interact positively with a wide variety of stakeholders with a professional manner.

Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to work with vulnerable client groups, including an understanding of the holistic needs of the client, their family, and their community.

At Kambu Health we recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ethnicity group, ages, genders, LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and people with a disability.

Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%

Four (4) week annual leave

Annual Christmas closure for all Kambu Health employees, with an additional two (2) gifted annual leave days

Non-Taxable Fringe Benefits salary packaging options amounting to $15,900 per annum

Uniform Provided

Paid Mandatory Training, Disclosure Training, CPR and First Aid

Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Opportunities for both internal and external career growth, including professional development and networking events

Opportunities to attend community and staff events throughout the year

You should provide a resume and a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria listed within the position descriptionin your application. Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.

Find out more about working at Kambu Health at www.kambuhealth.com.au

Kambu Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity

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