Youth Action Group Member

1 week ago

West Perth, Australia MercyCare Full time

**Job description**

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**Youth Action Group Member****:

- Community, Family and Children Services | Social/Welfare
- Closing date: 14/11/2024

When you join MercyCare, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As a leading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care, family, community, early learning and disability services we support people throughout life’s journey. We invest in our people by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where our people can belong and thrive.

**About the role**

Let your voice be heard and make a positive impact in the lives of young people. We have multiple Casual openings for those aged 16 to 25 to join our MercyCare Youth Reference group and influence how Mercycare do things

The purpose of the YAG member is to provide advice and guidance on matters that impact young people utilising Mercycare services, to ensure we are improving the way we engage with young people. You will collaborate with our passionate, supportive (and did we mention fun) Mercycare leaders and staff to ensure the voices and perspectives of young people are heard and considered across all aspects of the business.

The YAG meetings take place once a month (food and drinks provided) and will require approximately 2 hours of members time at our beautiful West Perth location, which is wheelchair friendly, has a gender-neutral bathroom, and is easily accessed by public transport. Options to attend online if needed will also be considered. We aim to be as flexible as possible for our YAG members considering busy periods in your life, such as exams or cultural holidays.

**About you**

As an enthusiastic young person between 16 and 25 driven to make a positive impact in your community and Mercycare, your voice and passion is super valuable to us You may have personal experience accessing youth, mental health or multicultural services or simply have an interest in youth engagement and a willingness to share ideas. Mercycare will support and empower you to build your skills and confidence to contribute fully in the group setting, provide training and even provide a certificate upon completion

You will also have:

- The ability to commit to attending monthly meetings in West Perth
- Have support networks in place that will allow you to participate in the group
- National Police Clearance (obtained within the last six months) MercyCare will provide support and financial assistance to obtain)
- Have parent/guardian consent to participate if you are under the age of 18

**About the benefits**

As a member of our youth advisory group, you will be employed by MercyCare and supported by an inclusive and professional team focused on empowering you to be at your best
- Not for profit Salary Packaging options
- Childcare discounts
- Options to purchase additional leave
- Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
- Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations and skin checks
- Flexibility around busy periods in your life

**To Apply**

**_At MercyCare, every person matters._**
- With our 175-year legacy extending back to the Catholic Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud to make a positive difference in our local communities. We live by our values - respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence, and courage._

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