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Youth Peer Mentor Officer

Mercy Community Services Limited

At MercyCare we believe every person matters. Our people are driven by strong human values and are passionate about creating positive change.

MercyCare is only made possible by the strength, passion and shared values our employees and volunteers bring each day. When you join MercyCare you are an integral part of making a difference at the heart of the Western Australian community.

We believe that every person deserves safety, support and feel they are a part of their community. Each member of our Community, Family and Children Services team brings compassion, actively listening to the people who trust us to deliver services. They have the courage to support people to bring out their strengths, work towards independence and encourage their sense of belonging. Our team bring their lived experiences, diverse skills and collaborate with community and partners to make a positive difference to people’s lives.

About the Role

The successful candidate will responsible for providing support to mentors and mentees within the Youth Peer Pathways Program. The mentoring program is designed to support young people who have overcome adverse life experiences to explore further work and study options. This includes recruiting, training and supporting mentors, in addition to matching young people with mentors based on their individual learning objectives.

This is a new part time position (60.8 hours per fortnight) until 31 December 2021 and will be based at West Perth. The successful candidate and will report to the Coordinator Youth Accommodation and Tenancy Support.

Minimum Requirements (please refer to PD)

  • Minimum Certificate IV in Community Services or Youth Work
  • Demonstrated experience working with youth or within the youth sector
  • Lived experience in mental health is highly desired
  • Knowledge of trauma and trauma informed practise is required
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders
  • Competency with system and computer applications, including Microsoft Office
  • Highly developed written communication skills
  • Understanding of and commitment to diversity and social inclusion
  • Driver’s Licence
  • Working with Children Check
  • First Aid Certificate
  • National Police Clearance (obtained within the last six months)

What We Offer

  • Childcare discounts
  • Salary Packaging - increase your take home pay by paying for certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year
  • Employee Recognition Program, including Annual Awards valued at $1,000
  • Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
  • Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations and skin checks

About MercyCare

We are here to support people throughout life’s journey as a leading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care, family, community, early learning and disability services. Behind our unique offering of diverse services is our drive to make a difference in people’s lives and in the communities we serve. With more than a 170-year legacy extending back to the Catholic Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud to make a positive difference.

Please click “Apply for this job” to view the position description and apply via the MercyCare website by clicking Apply Now.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found a suitable candidate. We will not accept unsolicited phone calls and resumes from recruitment agencies/third parties.

At MercyCare every person matters. We commit to safeguarding and protecting children, young people, and the vulnerable and inspiring a culture that truly embraces and celebrates diversity. We strive for a shared future where our people and services reflect and include contemporary Australian society and the communities we serve. We invite applications from people from all walks of life, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, gender and sexuality.

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