Mission Australia

3 weeks ago

Perth, Australia WANADA Full time

Mission Australia – Residential Youth Worker

Job Requisition ID: JR101384
$46.06ph + super + penalties
Casual Contract – 12hr Shift Work
East Perth

Rewarding work – every day you know you are making a real difference

Life at Mission Australia

When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more about us and our purpose.

Your Opportunity

The Drug and Alcohol Youth Service (DAYS) provides a safe and supported short-stay residential environment to help young people aged 12-21 years to manage their withdrawal from alcohol and other drugs and/or take time out from environmental influences and pressures.

Based in East Perth, the role requires a high alcohol and other drug (AOD) focus to support the DAYS Withdrawal services. You will be someone who has experience and initiative when working with young people participating in rehabilitation who often face complex issues. Using your knowledge of current youth issues to connect and engage with the young people using the service to support them to progress toward achieving their goals.

The service supports a 7 day, 24 hour rotating roster with a combination of day and overnight shifts.

Your Key Responsibilities

Induct young people to the service advising them of the requirements, and their rights and responsibilities Develop relationships with young people adhering to boundaries of care practice, endeavouring to understand and interpret their behaviour, thus influencing positive attitudinal and behavioural change Assist with meal preparation and proration Monitor client’s personal care and hygiene and provide guidance to improve life skills Collaborate with the team in the care and management of young people who exhibit challenging behaviour Facilitate educational groups and recreational activities Support young people to self-administer medications Informal Counselling

Requirements for Success

With a significant background in the child, youth & family, and AOD sectors you will be confident in your assessment processes and trauma informed practices. Other requirements include:

A degree in Social Welfare or a minimum of Certificate IV in community services with at least three years’ experience in a similar role Demonstrated experience providing support and crisis intervention Strong knowledge of behaviour management and capacity to set boundaries and limits in a residential setting You must be available for 12-hour shifts covering a 7 day roster (combination of night and day shifts) The ability to work cooperatively as part of a team to provide positive outcomes Demonstrated professional approach to maintaining professional boundaries Must have Full driver licence with no restrictions Evidence of up to date Covid 19 vaccination Full driver licence with no restrictions

Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.

Our Culture

Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.

We’re committed to the safety and wellbeing of each other and the people we serve.

We recognise and respect diversity. So, whoever you are, if you are skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.

Find out more about a career with Mission Australia.

We encourage applications from people with disability and Indigenous Australians.

If you have a disability and need support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au.

Your Benefits

To ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:

Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay) Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support. Volunteering opportunities Extra leave available including an additional public holiday and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave.

How To Apply

To be considered for this opportunity, and for more information, please visit Mission Australia – Residential Youth Worker.

As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application.

Applications for this role are shortlisted as received and we are interviewing through the advertising period.
Apply quickly to be considered for this important and diverse role.

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