Child & Youth Support Worker, Murray Bridge
With ongoing training, mentoring and support you will provide quality around the clock care to children and young people in a home-based environment.
Summary about this job
Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services
Company: ac.care
Location: Riverland & Murray Mallee
Work type: Casual/Vacation
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Phone: +61-8-2704-4729
Fax: +61-7-2544-2885
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Detail information about job Child & Youth Support Worker, Murray Bridge. Terms and conditions vacancy
ac.care is seeking dedicated staff of to join our team of Therapeutic Support Workers.
Through ongoing training and support you will learn to look beneath the surface of challenging behaviours and respond to the needs of the young person within a therapeutic model of care.
Initially you will be employed on a casual basis with the opportunity to apply for permanent part-time roles as they become available.
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About you:
- You hold a tertiary qualification relevant to the role; OR you hold or are currently studying a Certificate 4 (or above) in either Child, Youth and Family Intervention or Community Services; OR If successful, you are willing to commence and actively study one of the above qualifications within 4 months of commencing the role
- You hold, or are willing to obtain prior to commencement a DCSI Child-Related Employment Screening, a Child Safe Environment Certificate and a Provide First Aid certificate (at ac.care's expense)
- You have a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and young people and are eager to learn the latest techniques in therapeutic care.
- You are available to work a minimum of three shifts per week
- You hold a full Driver's Licence.
ac.care is offering:
- competitive salary with shift loadings
- 10% Superannuation, when applicable
- ac.care vehicles provided for transporting clients
- training to work within a therapeutic model of care which incorporates Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and trauma-informed, intentional, client-centred practice.
- ongoing training in regular practice forums with a clinical psychologist where you will learn new techniques to therapeutically respond to individuals with complex needs.
- ongoing coaching and mentoring from your line manager and other experienced staff
- staff numbers per shift based on individual assessment of client needs (usually 2 staff/4 clients)
What will I do as a Therapeutic Support Worker?
You will work as part of a team providing quality around the clock care in a home-based environment to children and young people who have been placed under the Guardianship of the Minister, building healthy, supportive relationships, and role-modelling appropriate behaviours.
The following conditions also apply:
- Over 21 years of age
- Have a right to live and work in Australia
- Have a current Driver's Licence with full provisions and willingness to drive in the course of the role
- Basic computer literacy
- Willing to work a 24/7 roster with day, afternoon and active and passive (sleeping) night shifts
A Position Description is available on our website. These positions are based in Murray Bridge
How to apply
Please supply a current resume and cover letter through this website which includes three work-related referees, one of whom is/was your direct line manager.
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people and people from other cultures are encouraged to apply.
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