About MercyCare

MercyCare is a leading Catholic provider of aged care, early learning, disability, family and community services provider. We have a large and diverse workforce delivering programs and services throughout Western Australia. Our Vision is for people and communities to thrive and we are guided by a person-centred approach in all aspects of service delivery.

We are committed to safeguarding children, and young and vulnerable people; working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for our shared future; embracing diversity and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for our service users and our workforce.

About the role

The Youth and Homelessness team are seeking Full Time Youth Worker to work within our Carlow House residential program as per below:

• Full Time contract for 76 hours per fortnight
• Contract until 30 June 2021 with possible extension subject to funding
• $53,529.84 - $56,434.56 per annum + penalties

Carlow House is a 24-hour medium term supported accommodation service for young people aged between 16-19 years who are homeless, or at risk of being homeless. We are seeking staff to work alongside young people and empower them to learn new skills. We aim to assist young people to build their confidence, self-esteem, create strong relationships and support networks using evidence-based approaches. The principles that underpin our work are that we are relationship focussed, trauma informed, risk responsive, culturally strong and person centred.

If you have experience working in a therapeutic residential setting with young people, are self-motivated and have a passion for working with young people, we want to hear from you.

Selection criteria

Please complete a maximum one-page cover letter addressing the following criteria:

• Minimum 12 months demonstrated experience working with young people who are homeless, or at risk or who present with complex needs (Mental Health and Wellbeing, AOD, emotional regulation)
• Minimum 12 months demonstrated experience working with young people in therapeutic residential settings
• Significant Knowledge and Understanding of Trauma Informed Practice
• Experience working collaboratively with other agencies, significant people within the young person’s support system and relevant others

Applicants will also be screened against the following criteria:

• Diploma or higher qualifications in Youth Work or relevant Human Services including Youth Work, Counselling, Social Science, Social Work
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence
• Current First Aid
• National Police Clearance (obtained within the last 6 months)

Carlow House operates a 24/7 roster, the successful applicant will be required to work a combination of days/nights and weekends.

To Apply

Please view the attached position description and click “Apply Now” to apply through the MercyCare website.

Please submit a resume (with two current referees) and a cover letter. In the cover letter tell us about your knowledge and understanding of trauma informed practise and experience working with young people with complex needs.

If you have any questions about the program or the role, please call the Co-Ordinator Youth Accommodation and Support, Kirsty McGeachy, between 9:00am and 4:00pm weekdays on 0418 939 052.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found a suitable candidate.

MercyCare is an inclusive employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and strive to reflect and be inclusive of our contemporary Australian society and the communities we serve.

We welcome and encourage applications from men, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people from all walks of life, regardless of age, disability, culture, race, gender identity and sexual orientation.

MercyCare is committed to the protection of children and young people.