Supported Independent Living Program

• Casual position available
• Location varies
• Join an exciting and innovative new program supporting young people to develop their independent living skills and transition from care
• Includes overnight sleepover shifts

About us

Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.

Our Vision is “Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can.”

About the program

Wesley Supported Independent Living Program supports young people to develop their independent living skills and transition from the Out of Home Care system.

As the casual Youth Worker, you will provide support to young people in a variety of living situations including living in their own apartments and in shared housing.

Initially, the primary focus of this role will be to work as part of a team providing 24 hr support to a young person in the Penrith area. Set shifts would be preferred for this initial engagement. Further hours would be dependent on requirements at the time.

About the role

We are currently seeking a pool of casual staff who will provide support for young people transition out of the out of home care system. The role will specifically support young people to develop their independent living skills and manage private rental properties as well as support young people in a supported shared house environment. This includes, but is not limited to, supporting and teaching young people to clean, cook, shop, budget and other general everyday living skills.

Hours of work are flexible with most shifts being afternoon/evening shifts. 4-8 hours per week.

Essential skills/knowledge

• Completed or working towards Certificate IV in Youth Work or similar field
• Flexible working hours including shift work, weekends and sleep overs
• Current unrestricted Driver’s Licence
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current Working with Children’s Check.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in Out of Home Care
• Previous employment in Youth Work
• Ability to work as a part of a team and independently.

Remuneration

Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 Level 3 Pay Point 1.

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.

The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Please find a copy of the Position Description here: Youth Worker | Wesley Mission

For further information, please contact:

Contact name: Rita Karraz
Phone: 0437 533853
Email: [email protected] / Use the subject line: Youth Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs