• Part time position (60.8 hours/fortnight) until 31 December 2021
• Based across our West Perth and Mirrabooka locations
• Lead our new program supporting young adults with adverse life experiences

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 focus on the implementation and delivery of the MercyCare Youth Peer Pathway Program. This includes delivering training courses, linking mentoring activities, maintaining oversight of stakeholder relationships, supervising other program staff, and reviewing and reporting of the program to the Coordinator Youth Accommodation and Tenancy Support.

This is a new part time position (60.8 hours per fortnight) until 31 December 2021 and will be based across our West Perth and Mirrabooka locations. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate previous training delivery experience.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and Diploma in Peer Support (or related)
• Demonstrated experience in delivering training in a clinical setting
• Experience designing, delivering & implementing education plans and programs aligned to learner needs
• Previous experience working in community services is highly desired
• Knowledge of the variety of peer roles and the principles and practices of peer support
• Advocate for the value of and lived experience and integration of peer workers in the workforce
• Excellent project management and leadership skills including project development, implementation, resource management, evaluation and the ability to lead others
• Prior experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders to achieve organisational objectives
• Driver’s Licence
• Working with Children Check

• 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 to view the position description and apply via the MercyCare website.

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.

A position description is attached.