Supportive Youth Care Specialist

3 weeks ago

Mount Gambier, South Australia Edmen Full time

Edmen Community Staffing Solutions is a leading provider of community service workers in Australia, with over 30 years of experience connecting exceptional talent with organizations in child protection, disability, aged care, and mental health.

We offer expert staffing solutions and outstanding employee experiences, backed by PeopleIN, Australia's largest talent solutions company. Our mission is to provide a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees.

Position Overview:

As a casual Residential Youth Worker with Edmen, you can make a real difference in the lives of children and young people who are living in out-of-home care under the Guardianship of the Chief Executive, Department for Child Protection (DCP). You will work with some of Australia's best youth service providers, empowering children and young people to live their best lives, in a nurturing and safe environment.

We offer a range of benefits, including competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for career growth. Our rosters are done in advance, which grants you some stability working in a casual environment. We also have emergency and ad hoc shifts available each week.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create a safe and supportive home environment for at-risk youth.
  • Empower daily living skills, such as personal care, meals, and hygiene, to promote independence.
  • Facilitate transportation to school, appointments, and community activities.
  • Promote skill development and socialization within the local community.
  • Manage health needs, including administering medications and maintaining accurate reporting.
  • Deliver trauma-informed care, supporting youth with complex behaviors using trauma-informed approaches.
  • Engage in therapeutic practices, participating in the Trauma Recovery framework and completing Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) within your first three months.

Requirements:

  • Holds a certificate IV in Youth Work, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Community Services, or equivalent (or working towards).
  • Has a minimum of 3 months experience in Residential Youth Services.
  • Demonstrated experience in supporting extreme challenging behaviors.
  • Holds an Australian Drivers Licence (SA), P2 or higher.
  • Possesses a Working With Children Check.
  • Can provide availability to work across AM/PM/Active night shifts.
  • Has or is willing to obtain the following certifications:
    • Child Safe Environments (Through Their Eyes) Certificate
    • Child Car Restraints Certificate
    • Safe Infant Training Certificate
    • Current suitable Psychological Assessment, or willing to obtain
    • Current First Aid & CPR certificate
    • CPI Safety Intervention Training

Estimated Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 per annum, depending on experience.

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