Are you in Ipswich and looking for a new job where you can :
- Make a real difference in someone's life
- Help shape the future of young people in the local community
- Show your passion and build connections that can last a lifetime
The Opportunity
We are looking for passionate Senior Youth Workers and Resi House Managers to work directly with young people who are vulnerable and in need of assistance.
You will be the person in their lives to help them build life skills, healthy attachments, and most importantly be there for them when they need you the most. You will work through tough times and challenges together, knowing that the ultimate outcome is guiding them to live a fulfilled and independent life.
Advocating for a young person's sense of belonging while encouraging their independence is a deeply rewarding career path.
Travel around the Ipswich region will be essential for this role.
This role is for full-time employment and requires availability across 7 days . We operate a roster of a minimum of 5 x 24-hours shifts per fortnight.
Benefits
Annual bonus of $1000 after 12 months' continuous service, rising by $1000 each subsequent year, capped at $5000 for five or more years or service.Six (6) weeks leave per year (plus 17.5% leave loading) accrued on a pro rata basis.Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay.Flexible rosters to suit work and life balance.Access to in-house accredited training program and support to gain formal qualifications.Access to 24 hour on-call support and guidance from senior youth workerprofessionals.Friendly and supportive workplaceEssential requirements
A minimum 2 years' experience working with children with challenging behaviours, such as verbal and physical aggression, in a residential setting or in careAbility to do shift work and in-home sleepoversAbility to accommodate roster changes and on call requirements at short notice. We endeavour to complete rosters up to two weeks in advance, though changes may occur due to the nature of the work.Ability to participate in team meetings, staff meetings, training and supervision, as requiredSuccessful completion of relevant history checks and screening processesA full Australian Driver's License or ability to obtain oneEssential skills and attributes
Knowledge of issues facing children in the out-of-home care sector, the impact of childhood abuse and trauma, and crisis management techniquesUnderstanding of case management model in the residential care settingAn understanding of the intensive nature of working with young people and the possible impacts on the employee's family and personal responsibilitiesAbility to work autonomously in an isolated environment, supported by established proceduresAbility to supervise team members and establish effective team processes and systemsComputer-literate, including demonstrated ability to independently use key programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel, internet browsers and ability to support youth workers in using these toolsAbility to complete reports and other business processes via web-based systemsStrong written and verbal communication skills including negotiation, networking, and ability to draft shift reportsStrong organisational and time management skillsThe succesful applicant will have :
Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention or equivalentExperience in Case Management and Resi House ManagementExperience managing teams of youth workersExperience managing a house and rostersCurrent Blue Card (Working with Children Check)Australian Drivers LicenceFull Working Rights in AustraliaA positive and resilient attitudeIf you meet the above criteria, please feel free to apply directly to this advert