Do you want to work in one of Australia’s leading organisations providing treatment and rehabilitation to torture and trauma survivors; that’s quality focused, diverse & committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people in communities?

Come & join us!

The Organisation

STARTTS is a not-for-profit Affiliated Health Organisation focused on providing a broad range of services to refugees in NSW. The focus of STARTTS approach is on building capacity and empowering people and communities to take control over their own lives, using a strengths-based approach and building on individual, family, community and cultural strengths. 

The Role

The position is a combination of direct work and engagement with Young People from Refugee Backgrounds and support for school systems. The position is funded by the NSW Government Regional Youth Hubs program.

• Position No: 1073-A
• Enquiries: Jo McGregor; Rural and Regional Team Leader - Community Development on (02) 4923 7190.
• Work Type: Full-time; 38 hours per week. Contract up to 2 Years (Continuation subject to ongoing funding).
• Location: Albury NSW
• Salary: Health Education Officer, or other relevant classification based on qualifications, experience and requirements of the role under the NSW Health Awards. A generous salary packaging scheme is also offered to reduce the taxable income and increase the take home pay.

Skills and Qualifications Required

Essential:

1. Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline such as youth work, community development, health or the social sciences or significant experience in the area.
2. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in working with children and young people from refugee background and understanding of the effect of Torture and Trauma and its impact on resettlement in Australia.
3. A clear understanding of the issues confronting vulnerable young people from Refugee backgrounds and the impact on families.
4. Knowledge, understanding, and capacity to collaborate with youth and welfare services, networks and resources, and ability to access those relevant to the areas of individuals and family needs.
5. Skills and experience in Group Work. 
6. Ability to liaise with the wider school community to organise and participate in youth focused activities and support school teachers, counsellors and the wider sector.
7. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within a multicultural environment and provide consultancy and mentoring to other staff engaged in youth related projects.
8. Well-developed oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and creatively with individuals and families and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.
9. Current NSW Driver’s Licence.

Desirable:

1. Bi-lingual in a community language relevant to newly arrived refugee communities living in NSW.
2. Demonstrated experience in the development and delivery of training programs and/or understanding of adult education principles.
3. Light Rigid (LR) Licence or willingness to obtain one.

*This position is considered child-related employment and will require a Working with Children Background Check and a National Police Check.

COVID -19 REQUIREMENTS

*In line with NSW Health & STARTTS Policies, all STARTTS workers are considered Health Workers and are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. In order to be eligible for consideration for employment with STARTTS, all recruits must provide evidence of three vaccinations against COVID-19, or alternatively provide a Medical Contraindication in the approved form which complies with the requirements of NSW Health & STARTTS Policies, prior to appointment. Should you not be able to comply before your commencement date, the offer of employment may be withdrawn.

NB: Depending on the role, if appointed, you may need a current ‘NSW Working With Children Check’ clearance, follow this link for information on how to apply of your check: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check/applicant

A position description is attached.