Residential Youth Worker

**Residential Service at AV**

AV is one of the state’s largest providers of Out of Home Care Services and provides care of hundreds of Young People in Residential Care every year.

Our eastern region is established with a dedicated House Coordinators and Team Leader to support the staff day to day as well as an established base of staff including those well recognised for their dedication and performance.

Workers are guaranteed stability and structure to hours and rostered work as well as the opportunity to take up to 5 weeks of paid leave every year and also the opportunity to pick up additional shifts as well.

Working in our Residential Services program is a perfect spring board for future positions with Anglicare making it a great place to either start your career in the industry, or join an organisation that presents its staff with excellent ongoing career opportunities.

**Available Positions**

**Line 5 - **61 hours in the fortnight. Shift times are 4pm-12am and 7:30am-3:30pm. Double Weekends

**Line 3 -** 66.5 hours in the fortnight. Shift times are 4pm-12am and 7:30am-4:30pm. Double Weekends

We also have opportunities to join the team's casual pool.

**The Role**

Residential Youth workers at AV work in large teams to support young people in care. This is a tremendously varied role which can involve everything you might expect when looking after young people, from creating a stable, nurturing and above all, safe home environment, to supporting young people who, as a result of significant past trauma, may have challenges with expressing emotion and dealing with the challenges of day to day life.

All of this work takes place as part of large team, supported by colleagues, team leaders, an extensive support structure at AV and with all of the tools, skills and additional training that might be required.

**What’s in it for You**
- Free EAP as well as ongoing monthly supervision
- Supported Top Up Training enrolment if required
- Ongoing training opportunities including opportunities to undertake free TCI training
- Discounted Health Insurance
- Salary packaging and NFP tax benefits

**About you**
- Certificate IV in Child Youth and Family Intervention or similar (top up training may be required)
- Experience working with Young People who have experienced significant trauma
- An understanding of how trauma can affect the development of young people
- Solid understanding of the Child Protection and Welfare system in Victoria
- Excellent written, verbal and collaborative communication skills
- Flexibility and adaptability to work in a busy and dynamic program
- An empathy with AV’s Values and Mission to do better for Children, Young People and Families
- Employees of AV must also meet any relevant requirements under Victorian Public Health Orders

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement. AV employees are required to either be fully vaccinated against Covid 19 or have a medical exemption. AV will require evidence that you are compliant with these requirements.

**How to Apply**

Applications will be will be assessed on an ongoing basis. If we identify suitable applicants prior to the posted closing date of the advert we may close the position sooner so get in touch early.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this. Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.