About the Foundation:

The Alannah & Madeline Foundation is a national charity protecting children from violence and bullying. Our vision is that every child will live in a safe and supportive environment. The Foundation cares for children who have experienced or witnessed violence and runs programs which prevent violence in the lives of children. We play an advocacy role and we are a voice against childhood violence.

The team:

Our team is passionate, authentic and, above all, we are excited about what we do! The Foundation fosters an environment of respect, friendliness and enthusiasm.

We focus on results and give our staff the flexibility they need to achieve them.

The role:

Reporting to the Cubby House Coordinator, the Youth Worker is responsible for the operation of the Cubby House at Children’s Court program. The role of the Youth Worker is to oversee children who visit the Cubby House: a safe waiting room for children who are in protective care of the Department Health and Human Services (DHHS). This role will be based across both the Broadmeadows and Melbourne Children’s Courts.

What you need to be successful:

• A tertiary qualification in Youth Work or equivalent discipline.
• Experience working with children and families.
• Experience with and demonstrated capacity to engage with traumatised children and young people.
• Capacity to work in a complex court environment; capacity to work flexibly and respond to the needs of children and families.
• An understanding of social welfare and policy environments, care models and theories relating to child trauma and violence.