Pastoral Care Worker
Working closely with the school team you will build positive, empowering relationships with students to develop their resilience and wellbeing.
Summary about this job
Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services
Company: Uniting Country SA
Location: Yorke Peninsula & Clare Valley
Work type: Casual/Vacation
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Phone: +61-2-1678-4257
Fax: +61-3-7451-5568
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Detail information about job Pastoral Care Worker. Terms and conditions vacancy
National School Chaplaincy Program
Peterborough High School
Casual – 12 hours per week
Applications close 22nd July 2018
Enquiries to Kerry Guthleben 0439 601 067
The National School Chaplaincy Program aims to support the emotional wellbeing of students through the provision of pastoral care services and strategies that support the emotional wellbeing of the broader school community.
The Pastoral Care Worker works as part of the school team to develop student resilience and wellbeing. They work closely with the Student Counsellor and/or Well-being Officer.
You will:
- Build positive, empowering relationships with students who are at risk of disengaging
- Increase student’s social and communication skills to encourage them to develop and maintain positive relationships
- Develop activities or strategies that empower students and assist them in developing interests, skills, and an improved sense of achievement
It is essential for you to have:
- Current Australian Drivers Licence
- Certificate 4 or above in Youth Work or Pastoral Care or equivalent qualification which must include competencies in mental health and making appropriate referrals.
- Relevant experience, in a paid or voluntary capacity
You may also need to be available for some out of hours work and travel between UCSA sites or interstate as required.
The Benefits:
- Competitive, above award rates
- Tax-free salary packaging benefits (up to $15900 per annum), 9.5% superannuation, 17.5% leave loading
- Comprehensive induction and training
- Flexible, family friendly environment
Uniting Country SA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing a child safe environment. People who identify as Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders or other diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory DCSI Child Related Employment Screening
Further information about Uniting Country SA can be obtained from www.ucsa.org.au