Flo (Flexible Learning Options) Assertive Outreach

About us At Whitelion Youth we have a vision of a world where no young person is left behind, where all young people have the right to equitable opportunities to reach their potential. Everyday our staff and volunteers work with young people at risk who have been impacted by the justice system, out of home care, homelessness or complex and chronic disadvantage and we support them to build positive community connections and meaningful pathways to work._
- As a team of staff and volunteers we are committed to always turning up and doing our best, we deliver on our commitments and we contribute to an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can belong. _
- **Marion location**:

- **Part time (2x days per week)**:

- **Great salary packaging options**:

- **Flexible work environment**

**THE ROLE**
Your purpose is to realize Whitelion’s vision by supporting young people to engage in their education and by delivering results and sustainable growth. You will provide direct outreach case management services to young people referred to Whitelion on a Flexible Learning Options (FLO) enrolment, delivered in accordance with the FLO Guidelines and Case Management Standards.

You will also support the development, implementation and delivery of engagement and learning programs, as required.
- Role responsibilities_
- Undertake weekly case management of young people to support their active engagement in Flexible Learning Option programs and courses.
- Use creative strategies to maintain regular attendance rates including home visits.
- Follow up non-attendance with parents, guardians, community of care and clients on a regular basis, whilst working with the team to look at alternative approaches of engagement.
- Support clients to address areas impacting on their lives such as Centrelink appointments, referrals to housing or mental health/counselling services etc.
- Use the Flexible Learning and Transition Plan, develop goals, objectives and actions which can be worked on with the clients.
- Maintain accurate and up to date records of individual young people including case notes, reporting and surveys.
- Make connections with families and the broader community
- Support with the delivery of engagement and learning programs.
- Where required provide transport for clients to attend their learning program as needed
- Attend and participate in community events as required

**ABOUT YOU**
- Experience_
- Previous experience working in client case management preferably with at risk young people experiencing trauma
- Previous experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people and a good understanding of the issues facing First Nations people is preferred
- Demonstrated experience engaging young people in the development of case plans while working towards goals of education, vocational training, and employment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines

**WORKING WITH US**
- Current Working with Children Check
- Qualification in Certificate IV Youth Work or relevant tertiary qualification
- Current Child Safe Environment or Through Their Eyes training
- Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) certificate or willingness to undertake before employment
- Current driver’s license General conditions

All Whitelion staff and volunteers must also adhere to the following requirements:

- Whitelion is committed to preventing any danger to children and young people who engage with our services. We do this by constantly working on creating a safe, empowering and respectful culture.
- All reasonable Health and Safety guidelines, policies and directions.
- Demonstrate the skills and knowledge to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally safe way.
- Undertake a police check prior to commencement and every 3 years after.

**APPLY NOW**

Applications can be addressed to: James Fidler

**Whitelion acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which it is situated, and we pay respect to their Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge and respect the continuation of cultural, spiritual, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples across the nation. Whitelion commenced its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan in 2020.