• Richmond - Rotating shift - Commence mid Jan 2021
• Winner of Australian Boarding Schools Association - Excellence in Indigenous Boarding 2020
• School terms only – approx. paid school holidays
• Shifts include both night shifts, weekend and day shifts
  
• Small home-style residence in central Richmond location

MITS currently has positions for both Male and Female overnight Coordinators at our Year 7 Boarding house at Lockington and at our Alumni Boarding House in Richmond (Year 8 to 12 girls). Both are small home-style residencies.

Priorities of the role:

The fostering of a safe and inclusive community with a strong culture which is based on the school values of respect, kindness courage and care is a core part of the role.

You have previous experience in a residential or boarding school environment, preferably including both male and female students and want a role where you can make a significant contribution to furthering the development of Indigenous students. To meet the cultural requirements of this position you can demonstrate a sound knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and lifestyles. Naturally you will have the ability to establish appropriate relationships with young people, show consistency and fairness. An understanding and appreciation of the needs and interests of Indigenous students living away from home is vital.

Student Welfare:

You will supervise students, ensuring they are dressed and ready for school, participate in outings on weekend and contribute to a range of regular program of night and weekend activities to enrich their personal, social and cultural development. A background in student residential care is essential; experience in an Indigenous environment is highly regarded.

Importantly, you will be available to lend a sympathetic ear to children with problems and be sensitive to their concerns so experience with, and an understanding of the unique needs of Indigenous children living away from home is mandatory.

Living Environment:

As part of this role you will contribute to domestic duties, encourage students to keep the Boarding House tidy and supervise their laundry to ensure our residents have clean uniforms, sporting clothes, etc.

This role is an excellent opportunity to work with a committed and dedicated group of people in an environment which is meaningful and challenging. This role will also offer you the potential for personal development through the growth and development of the organisation. This is an innovative and exciting project that will make a real impact on the lives of Indigenous students and communities.

A full Position Description is available at www.MITS.vic.edu.au/Careers.

No Deadline – please apply as soon as possible for immediate consideration.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.