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Other (Education & Training)
Contract/Temp
SCHADS Level 3 PP2 + Super + Salary Packaging
Youth Off The Streets is a not-for-profit youth organisation that provides safety, support and opportunities for young people to build a positive future.
We offer crisis accommodation and housing services, alternative high school education, alcohol and other drugs counselling, youth justice support, life skills and employment programs, cultural support and community engagement, among other services.
We focus on early interventions that empower young people and strengthen communities.
Not all children and young people thrive in mainstream schools.
Our registered and accredited independent high schools offer a flexible alternative for students in Years 9–12.
We operate six independent high schools that are registered and accredited with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).
Youth Off The Streets is also a member of the Association of Independent Schools of NSW (AISNSW).
About the role: This unique role is located at our independent high school in Cordeaux Heights on a full-time maximum term basis until the end of Term 4 2024 with the potential to continue after this date. The role will provide positive youth engagement in innovative education by assisting young people from all backgrounds develop their capacity to take responsibility for their lives in line with the program vision & mission.
It will also provide culturally appropriate support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in the school as well as assisting with implementing culturally appropriate teaching strategies and activities that encourage leadership and provide opportunity to further study or employment.
Experience, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated networking ability with knowledge of community development issuesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating confidence in engaging young peopleAbility to build supportive relationships with students and families within the schoolUnderstanding of the needs of First Nations children and young peopleUnderstanding of adolescent development, drug use and behaviourDemonstrate a thorough understanding of the principles that underpin a child safe organisation including mandatory child protection proceduresAdditional skills in outdoor recreation, performing arts, creative arts, sport, fitness or other extracurricular activities are desirable qualities.Maintain privacy and confidentiality at all timesStrong commitment to professional boundaries and relationshipsRequirements: The person we seek will ideally have the following:
Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and be able to provide a certificate of Aboriginality.Experience working in the youth sector and/or education settingExperience working with or in First Nations communitiesCurrent employment working with children check & a recent police checkFull Australian working rightsWhat we can offer you: A supportive team environmentCultural Leave (5 Days)Cultural SupervisionCareer progression and development pathwaysEAP for yourself and your familySalary packaging up to $15,900Rewards and benefits programTo Apply Please ensure you enclose a copy of your resume with your contact details and cover letter addressing the essential criteria (2 pages maximum).
At Youth Off The Streets, diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our DNA.
Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our people.
It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve. Youth Off The Streets is an EEO Employer and a child safe organisation. YOTS is committed to providing a safe environment where all children and young people are treated with respect and are protected from harm.
We have zero tolerance for child abuse. This is a rare opportunity to join a passionate and high-profile not-for-profit organisation that values the current youth of today and the youth of tomorrow.
The successful candidate will be requested to submit applications for a NSW Working With Children Check and Police Check.
You will also be required to have a valid Australian Drivers Licence and unrestricted Australian working rights.
We encourage people who identify as Aboriginal to apply.
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