Intensive Therapeutic Care Worker. Casual - Coffs HarbourJob no: 503799
Employment type: Casual, Part Time
Location: Coffs Harbour & North Coast
Categories: Child, Youth & Family
About the Role As a Therapeutic Youth Worker, you will provide direct support, care and mentorship to children and young people living in Intensive Therapeutic Care homes across Coffs Harbour. We have young people that we support across the area who have experienced childhood trauma, abuse or neglect and may have a mental health, physical or psychosocial disability.
To be successful in this role, you will be a resilient problem solver, who can adapt to an ever-changing environment and be a strong advocate for the young people you support. You will need to have availability to work a 24/7 roster including night and weekend shifts. We currently have casual opportunities available in Coffs Harbour.
You'll undertake a variety of day-to-day duties:
Develop a caring, safe and trusting relationship with the young personMeet the day to day needs of children and young people while working within the legislative requirements and LWB initiatives, such as We Put Children FirstProvide daily care, supervision and role modellingProvide a nurturing environment to promote self-efficacy and emotional wellbeingFacilitate activities that connect the child or young person with their family, community and cultureSupport the child or young person to participate in school, vocational training or employmentEffectively advocate the views of the young peopleParticipate in team meetings, reflective practice and supervision, debriefing and various support activitiesMaintain high quality record keeping and documentationSkills & Experience A Diploma in Community Services or related field, OR enrolled in a Diploma or Degree (Note: a qualification is desirable but not essential for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants with relevant experience)Current Provide First Aid and CPR certificatesAustralian Drivers LicenceThe ability to form and maintain professional, nurturing relationships with children & young peopleSuccessful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check and NSW Working with Children Check.
How to Apply
Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click 'Apply' and follow the prompts. For any enquiries including persons with disability that require adjustments, contact Emma Kennedy via ******
Advertised: 23 Oct 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 10 Nov 2024 23:55 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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