Wesley Supported Independent Living Program

• Live in role
• Employment and housing provided
• Part Time 20hrs – live-in position – 6-month contract with possible extension
• Penrith, NSW

Wesley Missions SIL program is expanding with a new Shared house for young people in the Penrith area. We are looking for a Lead Tenant who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and can be a mentor and support as they develop the independent living skills the need for their future. Accommodation is provided as part of this role

About us

Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.

Our Vision is “Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can.”

About the program

Wesley Missions SIL Program provides a bespoke range of housing and support for young people transitioning out of the Out Of Home Care system. As the Lead Tenant you will live in the house with up to 4 young people in a share house arrangement. You will ensure the share house runs smoothly and be available for support and guide the young people when needed.

Our SIL program is supported by external staff including a case manager, future planner and employment specialist who support the young people with sourcing education and employment opportunities, developing living skills and general support as required.

About the role

We are currently seeking a candidate who will live in the house with the young people and be willing ensure that the house runs smoothly and supports the young people to achieve their goals.

You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the house, supporting young people with cleaning duties, maintaining the property, managing relationships within the house, mentoring and acting as a role model to young people.

Hours of work are flexible. This role would suit a candidate with additional study/work commitments.

Essential criteria

• Qualifications in Youth work or Community services
• Inspired to partner with young people to create positive opportunities for their future
• Ability to engage with a young person's social and recreational skills
• Ability to exhibit positive role modelling
• Demonstrated ability to establish positive and meaningful relationships
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to relate with empathy to the needs of disadvantaged people and those operating in crisis.
• Ability to think creatively about supporting young people's needs.
• Current Drivers Licence

Desirable criteria

• Experience with the Out of Home Care system.

Remuneration

Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010. Level 3 PP1. The position also includes accommodation as the successful candidate is required to reside on the premises.

next steps

Please find a copy of the Position Description here: here.

A position description is also attached below.

For further information, or to submit an application, please contact:

Name: Rita Karraz

Email: [email protected], using the subject line: Lead Tenant / Live in Mentor enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.

The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.