Residential Youth Workers

2 months ago

Forest Lake, Australia Churches of Christ Full time

**Residential Youth Worker**

**Churches of Christ, Children, Youth and Families, Forest Lake**

**Casual Opportunity**

**Imagine working for us**

Our values encourage us to be accepting of differences and embrace all. Our size and variety offer you real choices and opportunities to grow your career.

We also offer:

- Casual rates - more flexibility for work/life/study;
- Grants (for eligible employees) to assist in formal study;
- Access to online learning platforms to further develop your skills;
- Discounts through our large network of retail partners.

Established in 1930, We are one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations.

Active in the areas of children, youth and family services; community housing; retirement living; home care; and residential aged care services, we provide care and compassion to vulnerable people at different stages of their life journey. With over 200 Services in more than 100 communities, we positively impact around 45,000 lives a year.

**Forest Lake** Location**

Experience the charm and convenience of Forest Lake suburb. Explore picturesque parks, unwind by the tranquil lake, and savour the vibrant local dining scene. Discover a welcoming community, excellent amenities, and a perfect blend of suburban comfort and natural beauty. Escape the hustle and bustle at Forest Lake.

**About the role**

There are days when you will be challenged and there will be some tough moments but you will know in your heart that you are making a positive difference to a young person's life. In this role you will be providing support to young people needing a safe and supportive environment.

No two days will be the same however your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

- Mentoring and acting as a role model for young people;
- Helping them in building positive social skills, utilizing effective conflict management and negotiation, and building healthy relationships;
- Assisting them with their physical and emotional well-being. This includes anything from helping them prepare their meals and clean up after themselves, to just being there for them when times get tough;
- Administering program records and maintaining strict documentation in accordance with legal requirements and service policy.

The core hours of work will include night and weekend work. You will also be required to attend staff meetings and compulsory training provided by the organisation.

Remuneration for this role is $35.40- $37.20 per hour commensurate with experience.

**About you**

You are passionate about the welfare of children and achieving the absolute best outcomes for them. Your compassion, resilience and calm demeanour will enable you to leave a positive impact on the lives of our young people.

To be suitable for this position, your qualifications skills and experience will consist of:

- A Certificate IV in a relevant child welfare course or enrolled and working towards completion;
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge working in residential care; and/or working with young people in a child protection or community service context;
- Solid experience working with young people who have significant emotional and psychological support needs;
- Drivers Licence, P2 or above;
- Possess or has the ability to obtain a National Police Check, Blue Card (Working with Children) and a Licensed Care Services (LCS).

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

**To apply**

**Applications close:

- Wednesday 21**st** June 2023

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