Casual resi youth worker role with various evening, night and weekend shifts46.69 casual rate plus super and applicable penaltiesBe part of a diverse team supporting young people at riskReach further with us!Join the Foyer Oxford team and as a Residential Youth Worker support young people living there. You will build relationships with and provide emotional and practical support to young people, especially in times of crisis. You will implement individualised safety and wellbeing strategies and provide practical support and advocacy to young people as deemed appropriate and agreed. You will deliver youth work support in line with developed case management plans and facilitate opportunities for learning and development of independent living skills.As a member of the wider Foyer team, you will seek to engage young people in the Foyer community and will actively create opportunities for engagement through arts, crafts, sports, performing arts, and other special interests or hobbies.This is a casual opportunity based in Leederville, with various hours and shifts available, including evening work, nights, and weekends (shift penalties apply).What you bringTo be successful in this role, you will have the following skills and experience:Certificate IV in Youth Work or equivalent skills and experienceAbility to engage and build strong relationships with and motivate ‘at risk’ young peopleAbility to work independently and appropriately respond to crises as necessaryAbility to accept, respect and work with young people from a broad range of backgrounds and abilities, including:Different cultures, particularly with Aboriginal & CaLD young peopleThose who may identify as LGBTIIndividuals from all belief systemsGood written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated behaviour management, conflict resolution, advocacy, and negotiation skillsRecord keeping skills, including the ability to work with computer software packagesUp to date knowledge of resources in the youth services fieldSome flexibility for shifts, including weekends, public holidays, and sleep-oversThe successful candidate must also possess a current National Police Clearance valid within the last 12 months, a WA Working with Children Check, and a current First Aid Certificate.Impact and benefitsSharing your knowledge, skills, and experience, you will make an impact on the lives of young people and communities across Perth.In return for your drive and commitment, we provide the support of an inclusive and welcoming community which places people at the heart of all the work we do and encourages broad thinking, curiosity, creativity, and best practice.Also:A competitive hourly rate of $46.69 (including casual loading) + 11.5% superannuation, plus shift penalties where applicableIf the opportunity excites you to develop your career in an organisation whose values align with yours, then we want to hear from you.To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts attaching a current detailed resume and covering letter.Child Safe: Anglicare WA is committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected, and are protected from abuse and harm.Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQ+, and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.Voice to Parliament: Anglicare WA is committed to walking alongside First Nations people and support the establishment of a Voice to Parliament, enshrined in the Constitution.
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