Lived Experience Advocate

5 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Uniting Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Lived Experience Worker to join our Youth Transitions portfolio. As a Lived Experience Worker, you will play a vital role in shaping the programs and services we deliver to support young people leaving care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute to key decisions about Uniting's services for young people leaving care, ensuring their needs are at the heart of everything we do.
  • Champion youth voices and ensure their ideas are woven into the fabric of our programs.
  • Co-create meaningful initiatives with young people, using your unique perspective to make sure they truly support their needs.
  • Take part in our Child Rights and Participation Community of Practice, helping us develop and improve how we work.
  • Be an advocate and share your experiences to drive change in the services delivered to young people after they leave care.
  • Learn and grow by visiting Uniting sites and engaging with staff to understand the broader work we do within Youth Transitions.
  • Bring your voice to recruitment, helping select staff for Youth Transitions programs who understand and respect the experiences of young people in care.
  • Contribute to exciting projects, such as developing child/youth participation frameworks and feedback tools.
  • Discover new possibilities and explore opportunities that align with your passions and where your lived experience can make a difference.
  • Keep learning and work closely with your manager to build your skills and knowledge as you grow in your role.
Requirements
  • You will need a current Working with Children Check and National Police Check for this role. We will support you through the process of obtaining these checks.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally for work.
About Uniting

Uniting is a purpose-led organization that contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services, and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.

We are committed to creating a culture that is safe, inclusive, and person-centred. Our values are compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia's First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.



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