Youth Project Officer
You will be responsible for the provision of youth and family focussed early intervention strategies in the prevention of youth homelessness.
Summary about this job
Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services
Company: MELTON CITY COUNCIL
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Full Time
Salary: Salary $66,191 - $76,220 pa + RDO + 9.5% super
Phone: +61-3-6715-3753
Fax: +61-7-1972-4057
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Detail information about job Youth Project Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy
Youth Project Officer
Contract until June 30th 2021
Salary $66,191 - $76,220 pa + RDO + 9.5% super
Working within Melton City Council’s Recreation and Youth Department you will be accountable to deliver the Commonwealth Department of Social Services, Reconnect Program. The successful applicant will be responsible for the provision of youth and family focussed early intervention strategies in the prevention of youth homelessness. You will be required to provide case management support to young people aged between 12-18 years including, receiving referrals, undertaking assessments, implementing medium term support strategies, case notes and undertaking funding requirements.
Development and delivery of group work programs will also be required. Previous experience in youth centred, strength-based approaches to case management is essential, along with a sound understanding of the development of young people and family functioning.
A tertiary qualification in Youth Work, Social Work, Welfare or a related discipline is required.
It is essential that the successful applicant is able to work flexible hours, including some afterhours work. Hours of work will vary according to client needs.
For enquiries please contact Jamaica Barrientos Team Leader of Youth Projects on 03 9747 5376
Applications close 5.00 pm Friday July 20th 2018
For further information, the position description and to apply visit www.meltoncity.recruitmenthub.com.au