Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants encouraged to apply!Youth-friendly, culturally respectful workplaceSalary Package an additional $15,900 annuallyAbout Us Anglicare NT supports people, strengthens communities and advocates for social justice across the Northern Territory. We deliver over 90 diverse services across urban regional and remote areas of the NT. If you want to make a sustainable difference in people's lives through strengths-based approaches and capacity building initiatives, talk to us about meaningful career opportunities.
We offer great benefits, including: Further training and development options.Flexible working conditions; five (5) weeks annual leave.A strengths-based environment.We also offer great salary packaging options that can significantly increase your take-home pay.
About the Program The SHAK offers a safe and inclusive space for young people aged 10-17 years to connect, have a hot meal and take part in a variety of activities. It is open after-school and on Saturdays, with extended hours and programming on school holidays.
About the Opportunity As the SHAK Youth Activity Worker, you will use your exceptional people skills to work collaboratively with high-risk vulnerable young people aged between 10-17 years, providing culturally safe and inclusive activities that are engaging and promote positive participation in the SHAK Youth Centre.
Note: This position is casual and requires shifts primarily on Friday and Saturday afternoons and evenings. To be successful in this role, you will have: Certificate II, III or IV qualification in youth work/mental health or other health and wellbeing related qualification.Demonstrated knowledge of wellbeing and youth issues relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people and communities.Able to work effectively as part of a team as well as autonomously.For further information on this exciting opportunity, please contact Phil Coyle on (08) 8946 4800. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, so speed is key. The sooner you apply, the better! Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must possess a Working with Children (Ochre Card), a National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a current NT manual driver's licence. Unfortunately, we aren't in a position to sponsor candidate visas. If you don't have the independent right to work in the country you're applying for, we will not be able to progress your application. Experience of working closely with and having a strong understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage. Anglicare NT is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Receiving and maintaining vaccines can reduce health risks and is one control mechanism to maintain the health and wellbeing of all employees, contractors, volunteers, visitors and the people we work with. In line with Anglicare NT's commitment to a full life and social justice for all, it is mandatory for all Anglicare NT employees (paid and volunteer) to ensure specific vaccine schedules are current and maintained. In relation to COVID-19, this includes a primary course (dose one and two) and booster dose within one month of becoming eligible for booster dose (subject to medical exemption).
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