Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 7th Feb 2020
For over 140 years, Berry Street has adapted to a changing world, and we will continue to adapt to achieve our purpose. We believe children, young people and families should be safe, thriving and hopeful. Our Vision for 2022: Together we will courageously change lives and reimagine service systems. We look forward to working with children, young people, families, carers, staff and partners to achieve this vision. Together!
We are seeking positive and enthusiastic Residential Care Workers to work in the local Shepparton areas who are looking for casual positions. In this role you will have the opportunity to contribute and make a real difference in the lives of children and young people who are living in Berry Street’s residential houses. Our passionate staff work across multiple houses in the Shepparton areas on a 24-hour roster, 7 days a week. Most shifts are 8 hours in length and day and afternoon shifts span the hours of 7am and 11pm, along with active night shifts.
At Berry Street we encourage a work life balance and ensure our people take the opportunities to work across varied shifts to allow time for those important things in life; such as family and friends.
Please note as of January 1st, 2018 to be eligible to work in a Residential Youth House in Victoria you must have completed or be willing to complete the following Upskilling Units through Berry Streets. Successful applicants who have not completed the below Upskilling, Berry Street will enrolled you into the Upskilling Units.
CHCMHS007 – Work effectively in trauma informed care.
CHCPRT009 – Provide primary residential care.
CHCCCS009 – Facilitate responsible behaviour.
CHCPRT010 – Work with children and young people with complex trauma and attachment issues and needs.
*This was brought in by the Department of Health and Human Services and is now a requirement for all Youth Workers working in Residential Youth Housing.
To view a detailed account of the Position Description, click here.
To watch The Invisibles, a film that follows young people as they prepare to take part in the Berry Street Debutante Ball, please click here.