Part-time and Casual Opportunities Part time (50 hours per fortnight) and casual opportunities availableLocated in Kalgoorlie.Salary $37.35 p/h + regional allowance of $2.78 p/hSalary packaging benefits available.Discounts with a major health insurance provider.Access to a confidential and professional counselling service for employees and their family members.HOPE has been a provider of community services in Western Australia for over 120 years, offering support for people in the areas of alcohol and other drugs, mental health, justice, and family and domestic violence.
The role is part-time, working 3-4 days a week including weekends. There is flexibility for the position to be full-time for the right candidate.
About the Opportunity The role's primary function is to work with other staff to create a safe and respectful home environment for young people, assisting them to take responsibility and make healthy life choices. Responsibilities include:
Facilitating activities and supporting young people to achieve their goals through a strengths-based daily personalized program and bail conditions while in the residential services.Reporting incidents as required by HOPE and funding bodies within contractual timeframes.Requirements of the Role: Work within the Bail Practice Manual and HOPE policy to provide a safe environment for young people and co-workers.Support up to 4 young people in a residential service when on shift.Facilitate the strengths-based personalized program for the young person developed by the Coordinator.Engage in regular conversations with each young person and Coordinator regarding their progress and satisfaction.Provide opportunities for healthy lifestyle and recreational activities.Be a role model and provide non-judgmental and compassionate support.Transport young people to and from programs and appointments as required.Support young people with supervised family visits (where approved and appropriate).About You: Minimum Certificate III in Community Services, Youth Work, AOD, or similar qualification, or relevant experience (minimum 1 year in a similar role).Experience in delivering services (programs) to young people (group or one-on-one).Experience and/or willingness to work with young people with challenging behaviors.Ability to communicate well with young people and an understanding of Aboriginal culture.Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and Client Management Systems for reporting and record-keeping.Strong problem-solving skills.Ability to prepare meals and maintain a clean and healthy environment.Ability to engage in outdoor recreational activities.Understanding of and adherence to personal and professional boundaries.Current knowledge of and commitment to Equal Opportunity in all aspects of employment and service delivery.Broad knowledge of drug and alcohol, mental health, and youth justice issues and their impact on young people.Knowledge of Trauma Informed Practices and Care.Knowledge of the effects of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) on young people (or willingness to undertake training).MHFA certification.An interest in a range of hobbies, e.g., woodwork, craft, gardening, food, and cooking.Appointments will be subject to: Australian residency/visaSatisfactory National Police check (within 3 months)Current C or A class driver's licenseFirst Aid CertificateWillingness to complete Pre-employment Form PSD0001 verification of identification by Department of Justice (DOJ) prior to interviewSuitable referee.Our Culture Hope strives to provide a safe workplace and promotes progressive policies that prioritize the health, safety, and unique needs of our team. We aim to be an employer of choice by supporting staff to grow, learn, innovate, and achieve their potential.
What to Expect Next If your application is shortlisted, you will receive a phone call to discuss your skills further and may be invited to attend an interview either online or in person at our local office/Hub.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. HOPE acknowledges and welcomes diversity in all its forms among staff and clients. To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact the People and Culture team via ******, quoting Ref No. 1140494.
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