Part time & casual opportunities availableBased at our Ivanhoe Residential Withdrawal UnitSCHADS Level 3 + increase your take home pay with salary packaging benefitsYour new roleAre you passionate about providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children? Do you have experience and expertise in working with individuals affected by substance abuse? If so, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for.
As an Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Childcare Worker, you will provide a safe, caring, and engaging environment for children whose parent or guardian is undergoing substance abuse treatment. You will also develop and implement age-appropriate activities that promote the social, emotional, cognitive and physical development of children, while maintaining a supportive and non-judgmental approach when interacting with children and their families.
Benefits of working at UnitingOur work isn't easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.
In addition to your salary of SCHADS Level 3 + super, you can access the following:
An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leaveAbility to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as rent, groceries, bills, clothing, and much moreEnjoy 25% off at Uniting Op Shops.Access training and development opportunities to help you grow.Your skills and experienceYou will hold a Certificate III in Children's Services (or equivalent) as well as a Certificate IV in AOD or Mental Health (or willingness to complete within 24 months of employment).
You will also bring with you:
Demonstrated experience working with families affected by alcohol and other drug usePrevious experience in supporting children (0-2 years) to participate in age-appropriate activitiesA valid driver's licenceCurrent first aid certificateHow to applyClick APPLY to submit your interest.
If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply soon. We'll review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.
For any questions, reach out to Rose McCrohan on 0422 015 208 (during business hours) or ****** About UnitingAt Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. Employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking. Through the recruitment process, we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional, however, it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal, a person with disability, from a diverse background or LGBT+. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.
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