Child and Youth Support Specialist

4 weeks ago


Mount Gambier, South Australia ac Full time
About ac.care

ac.care is a non-government organisation (NGO) that aims to provide a safe home, enough money to live on, and strong relationships for country people. Our values of CARE - Compassion, Adaptability, Relationships, and Excellence - underpin the work we do, ensuring seamless and consistent service across all touchpoints in a welcoming and non-judgmental environment.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Child and Youth Worker to join our team in Mount Gambier, providing quality around-the-clock care and support for children and young people under the Guardianship of the Chief Executive, Department for Child Protection. The successful candidate will work within a therapeutic model of care, incorporating Therapeutic Crisis Intervention principles and trauma-informed, intentional practices.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide care, guidance, and supervision to children and young people in a reasonable age and developmentally appropriate manner, protecting them from harm and exploitation.
  • Manage risk and contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment by identifying and reporting incidents, hazards, and injuries in accordance with ac.care policy and legislative requirements.
  • Work effectively with the Manager/s and other team members as part of 'one ac.care team.'
  • Maintain an appropriate level of care, safety, and supervision of children and young people operating from a Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and trauma-informed intentional practice.
Requirements
  • Meet the Department of Child Protection qualification requirements or be willing to complete the Certificate IV in Child, Youth & Family Intervention within 12 months of commencing employment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work within a model of trauma-informed intentional practice.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the effects of trauma and abuse, attachment issues, and the ability to provide individualized trauma-responsive care.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure.
Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of $32.21 per hour (plus shift loadings), plus access to ongoing employment, comprehensive training and development opportunities, salary packaging benefits, and more.



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