About Us
Edmen Community Staffing Solutions is a leading provider of community service workers in Australia. With over 30 years of experience, we connect exceptional talent with organizations in child protection, disability, aged care, and mental health.
We are partnered with Infinity Community Solutions Ltd (ICS), a boutique organization dedicated to positively impacting individuals' lives. ICS Child Protection Residential Intervention Services focus on attachment-centered care within a trauma-informed therapeutic environment in both residential and in-home settings.
What We Offer:
* Health Benefits: 12% discount on NIB retail health insurance
* Fitness Discounts: Access to discounted memberships at major gyms
* Exclusive Rewards: Discounts on food, entertainment, travel, and more with Maxxia Rewards
* Flexible Scheduling: Control your work-life balance with our app
* Weekly Pay: Manage your budget with regular weekly payments
* 24/7 Servicing Team: Dedicated service coordinators available anytime
* Ongoing Support: Access supervision and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Career Growth: Opportunities for permanent positions through our Temp to Perm program
Job Overview:
This casual Residential Youth Worker role with Edmen enables you to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people living in out-of-home care. Working with some of Australia's best youth service providers, every day offers a unique experience and adventure, empowering children and young people to live their best lives in a nurturing and safe environment.
Shift Times: AM: 0600 - 1400 + 0800 - 1800 + 1130 - 2030 PM: 1400 - 2200 + 2200 - 0600 (Passive) + 0600 – 0930 Our rosters are done in advance, providing stability in a casual environment. Emergency and ad hoc shifts are also available each week.
Key Responsibilities:
* Create a Safe and Supportive Home: Foster a secure, nurturing environment for at-risk youth
* Empower Daily Living: Assist with personal care, meals, and hygiene to promote independence
* Facilitate Transportation: Ensure young people attend school, appointments, and community activities
* Promote Growth: Encourage skill development and socialization within the local community
* Manage Health Needs: Administer medications and maintain accurate reporting
* Deliver Trauma-Informed Care: Support youth with complex behaviors using trauma-informed approaches
* Engage in Therapeutic Practices: Participate in the Trauma Recovery framework and complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) within your first three months
Requirements:
* Hold (or be studying towards) a Certificate IV in Youth Work, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Social Work, Disability Support Work or similar
* Australian Drivers License (P2 or higher)
* Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
* Current First Aid & CPR certificate
* The ability to work a mixture of day, night and weekend shifts as required
Edmen Community Staffing Solutions is an employer of equal opportunity and encourages CALD, LGBTQIA+ and First Nations people to apply.