Male Mentor/Support Worker

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Detail information about job Male Mentor/Support Worker. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Develop relationships based on value, leadership, encouragement and reflection.
• Work with a highly experienced, supportive management team
• A rewarding opportunity to make a difference in a young persons life

We are looking for Casual MALE Support Workers who are interested in providing high quality, flexible support in a residential or community access setting with a focus on enhancing the lives of young people or adults at risk. You will be able to contribute to the lives of a range of young people including therapeutic, recreational and skills development which are supportive of the young people’s plans.

We are hiring for the BRISBANE region (Morten Bay, Caboolture, North Brisbane, South Brisbane, Inner City Brisbane,) with limited positions on the SUNSHINE COAST region available.

Please submit your most recent resume and a cover letter outlining the area you would be able to work in and how you align with HYPAR’s 5 core values.

We work with Service Users from various settings, including but not limited to; Department of Communities, Child Safety, NDIS and Disability Services. All residential houses are team-based environments which facilitates in the delivery of quality of service to achieve positive outcomes for young people in care or transitioning from care.

Can you answer yes to all these questions?

• Are you Service User focused? Do you want to work towards helping service users achieve their core goals and improve their quality of life?
• Do you value relationships?
• Can you work collaborative as a team with your fellow staff and Service Users?
• Do you believe in encouraging young men to achieve?
• Do you align with HYPAR’s 5 core values?
• Do you understand the commitment of Duty of Care, and rights to privacy and confidentiality?
• Do you believe in positive leadership for our young men?

• Do you have a commitment to professional development and willingness to participate in HYPAR professional development day/nights?
• Do you have strong professional boundaries when working with complex Service Users?
• Do you have experience working with disabilities and complex behavioural issues?
• Can you demonstrate proactive self-reflection and have resilience in various complex situations?

YOUR ROLE AS A HYPAR MENTOR/SUPPORT WORKER:

• To be a positive role model to young men in a supportive and caring environment, building a relationship based on value, reflection, encouragement and leadership;
• Demonstrate initiative in an every day setting and high-pressure situations;
• Not be afraid to get your hands dirty, engaging in domestic duties such as, but not limited to: house cleaning, laundry, cooking meals, budgeting, shopping etc;
• Be able to role model pro social, positive life skills to young men who have disabilities and/or learning impairments;
• Be able to work autonomously and report back to your coordinator in a timely and respectful manner.
• Be compassionate, patient and understanding, be able to demonstrate skills and qualities of flexibility, commitment, confidence and rapport building;
• Be willing to transport clients to meetings and appointments, ensuring you are respectful and can represent HYPAR positively at all times;
• Have a positive ‘can do’ attitude and be a team player while having strong communication skills – both written and verbal;
• Have strong professional boundaries;
• Proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft Office.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO APPLY?

• Minimum Cert III in Disabilities, Youth Work, Mental Health (OR related field) or be willing to obtain within a set period if successful;
• MUST have a current Police Check (dated within the last 12 months) prior to applying;
• Paid Blue Card and Yellow Card/or Yellow Card Exemption (or be eligible to apply, this will be at your expense);
• MUST be able to undergo an LCS2 Child Safety background screening check;
• MUST have own registered vehicle and full comprehensive insurance and have a full open licence;
• MUST have a working computer with Microsoft Excel, Word and basic computer programs and internet access;
• MUST have a working android or apple smartphone (our system is app based);
• Experience in relevant field desired, but not necessary;
• Be willing to work shifts 24/7, including emergency shifts;
  • Ability to work both long and short shifts;
  • Ability to work sleep over shifts/awake shifts.

Please ensure you meet ALL the minimum requirements above before applying.

WHY WORK FOR HYPAR?

• A rewarding opportunity with the ability to make a difference in young male’s lives;
• Working with a consistent client (developing a trusting, healing relationship);
• On-going professional development opportunities & team building activities days with our little brother program HYPAR Wild;
  • We provide professional development in specialised areas such as trauma and attachment, working with autism, positive behaviour support and client engagement strategies;
  • We provide team building days with HYPAR Wild where you get to go abseiling, kayaking, mountain biking or bushwalking;
• Quarterly team meetings at our Lawnton Office;
• Support from an experienced and friendly management team!

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

For further information please email [email protected] or call 07 3285 6807

If you are ready to make a difference and work in a dynamic, progressive environment with diverse Service Users – Click apply.