EMPOWER YOUNG LIVES Youth Worker: General and Kinship Program Churches of Christ, Children, Youth and Families, Ashmore & Daisy Hill Permanent, Casual Opportunity Imagine a career with Churches of Christ Established in 1930, we are one of Australia's largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations.
Active in the areas of children, youth and family services; community housing; retirement living; home care; and residential aged care services, we provide care and compassion to vulnerable people at different stages of their life journey.
With over 200 Services in more than 100 communities, we positively impact around 45,000 lives a year. Employee Benefits: As a not-for-profit entity, our employees can package up to $18,549 p.a.
of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated.
Up to $15,900 p.a.
on everyday expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills, and insurance) plus up to $2,649 p.a.
on meal/entertainment benefits.
Your Role As a Youth Worker, you will provide essential care and support to young people in our care, creating a safe, nurturing environment that encourages growth and development.
This includes:
Delivering tailored daily care and activities aligned with individual goals. Acting as a positive role model, guiding and inspiring young people. Ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and safety regulations. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve the best outcomes. Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of activities and progress. Your ability to communicate effectively, engage compassionately, and foster culturally inclusive practices will be vital to your success.
About You Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?
Join Churches of Christ as a Youth Worker and be part of a team committed to inspiring and empowering children and young people in care. To succeed in this role, you will bring:
A Certificate IV in Child, Youth, and Family Intervention (or equivalent) or relevant experience. Demonstrated knowledge of the contemporary challenges for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. One years' experience working with children, young people and families in a child protection or community service context. Ability to engage effectively with children and young people. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Solid experience working with young people who have significant emotional and psychological support needs. A current driver's license (P2 minimum). Possess or the ability to obtain a National Police Check, Blue Card (Working with Children) and a Licensed Care Services (LCS). Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities is highly valued. Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety. Ready to Apply? Take the next step in your career and join us in making a real difference.
Apply now to be a part of Churches of Christ, where your passion and dedication will transform young lives.
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For further information, please contact Admin on 07 3387 6200. Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us and apply today.
We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions. Applications will be assessed as they are received.
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