Join a large team of youth workers at Foyer Oxford, Youth Housing Service0.8 FTE with regular hours working overnights, weekends and late afternoon shiftCentral Leederville location; $37 per hour plus penalties and superJob DescriptionReach further with us! The Residential Youth Worker role supports young people living at Foyer Oxford, which includes providing emotional, practical and crisis support on a daily basis.
Understanding ability, recognising qualities, promoting achievements and inspiring what is possible, you will build relationships with young people, run activities and facilitate opportunities for learning and development of independent living skills.
You will provide practical support and advocacy to young people and implement individualised safety and well-being strategies in line with existing case management plans.
This is a 0.8 FTE permanent role working a 3 week roster pattern of:
Week One Saturday 7:45pm - 8:45amSunday 7:45pm - 8:15amWeek Two Thursday 7:45pm - 8:15amFriday 7:45pm - 8:45amWeek Three Monday 7:45pm - 8:15amTuesday 7:45pm - 8:15amSaturday 3:30pm - 8:00pmSunday 12:30pm - 8:00pmAttendance at two team meetings a month held on a Wednesday is also required.
Desired Skills and ExperienceWhat you will bring To be successful in this role you will have the following skills and experience:
Certificate IV in Youth Work or equivalent skills and experienceUp to date knowledge of youth work code of ethicsAbility to communicate, engage and build strong relationships with and motivate 'at risk' young peopleAbility to work independently and appropriately respond to crises as necessaryAbility to accept, respect and work with young people:from a broad range of backgrounds and abilitiesfrom different cultures, particularly with Aboriginal & CaLD young peoplewho may identify as LGBTIfrom all belief systemsDemonstrated behaviour management, conflict resolution, advocacy and negotiation skillsAbility to develop and run activities with young peopleThe successful candidate must also possess a current National Police Clearance valid within 12 months, a WA Working with Children Check and a current First Aid Certificate.
$37.34 per hour + relevant shift loadings + 11.5% superannuation
Overnight shifts are paid at 0.5 base rate; penalties apply to weekends, public holidays and late afternoon shifts.
5 weeks of leave (pro rata)Inclusive and flexible team cultureApply Now If the opportunity excites you to develop your career in an organisation whose values align with yours then we want to hear from you.
To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts attaching a current detailed resume and covering letter.
Applications close 27 January 2025.
For further information please contact Pia Hill, Senior Community Development Worker on 0478 035 811.
Why Join Us? At Anglicare WA we are all about people, placing people at the heart of our work.
We are focused on strengths, believing in and amplifying the strength of people and communities.
We are fiercely inclusive, making sure everyone can belong.
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We are courageous and gutsy, tackling difficult issues, even when it's hard.
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"Anglicare WA has a culture which celebrates people, the communities we work for and works in innovative ways with leadership who are connected with the work, everyone feels comfortable to be their unique selves here.""Anglicare WA is really great at living and breathing our values every day across the organisation, celebrating the diversity within our workforce, doing things differently, constantly trying to break down barriers for clients and families, making new employees feel welcome, great communication!"Child Safe:Anglicare WA is an organisation committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm. Inclusive:We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with a disability.
If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Uluru Statement from the Heart:Anglicare WA supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart and is committed to walking alongside First Nations people in a movement of the Australian people for a better future. Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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