1. Be a part of making a difference to youth in out of home care as they transition to independence
2. Plympton location
3. Casual positions available, flexibility to work across a 7 day / 24-hour roster (7:30am-3:30pm / 3:00pm-11:00pm / 10:45pm-7:45am)
Note: this is an expression of interest. You will be contacted should a suitable opportunity arise that aligns with your skills, experience, and availability.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking passionate and committed professional to support AnglicareSA’s Launch 180 program. This position involves providing outreach support to young people who are transitioning to Independent Living. Our program aims to ensure young people thrive and grow into confident adults as they transition through the care system and into support accommodation.
Youth workers will build strong rapport with young people to understand their aspirations and work together with them to set and achieve their life goals, using education, employment, and training opportunities to assist with future financial stability, and a safe and happy future.
What can you expect to be doing?
4. Ensure effective and intensive support is provided to assist and support a young person to develop their independence and self-reliance across all life domains, in line with direction from Case Managers and in support of achieving a young person’s goals for their future
5. Support young people connected with Leaving Care Services who are currently under Guardianship of the Chief Executive transitioning into independent supported accommodation
6. Provide services that are inclusive of Aboriginal people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds as well as engaging in learning about other cultures
7. Role model and demonstrate positive attributes that allow young people to learn and feel safe – reducing their vulnerability and building hope and resilience
What we offer:
8. Access to our fantastic salary packaging options – increase your take home pay by decreasing the amount of tax you pay
9. Banking benefits, health care discounts, gym membership offers, paid parental leave, and much more
10. A diverse and supportive team culture who have a focus on improving lives by working collaboratively
What do you need to bring?
11. Minimum Certificate IV in either Child Services, Youth Work, or Child, Youth & Family Intervention. Qualifications in in either Social Work, Community Services, Psychology or related field will be highly regarded
12. Safe Environment for Children and Young People (Through Their Eyes)
13. Availability to work shifts over a 24/7 roster, including a combination of shifts including nights
14. Current Australian Drivers Licence and roadworthy insured vehicle for work related travel (which you will be reimbursed for appropriately)
Who is AnglicareSA?
As SA’s largest social services provider, AnglicareSA makes a positive difference to the lives of more than 65,000 people each year. Our 1,800 staff and 580 volunteers support individuals, families and communities, responding to their immediate need and working with them to build capacity to restore and maintain dignity and control in their lives. Our services are broad, supporting people at every stage of life.
We believe in social justice, the equal worth of each citizen, equality of opportunity and the importance of strong communities. Together we change lives.
AnglicareSA is committed to ensuring that our workplace is safe and free from known risks to the health and safety of employees, volunteers, students, and customers. Due to the nature of our services, you will be required to provide AnglicareSA with your COVID-19 vaccination certificate during the selection process. If you cannot comply, you are encouraged to have a conversation with a member of our Recruitment Team about your individual circumstances to find out how this may apply to you.
How to apply
When submitting an application, please attach your resume.
View the job description via the vacancies page on the AnglicareSA website for the full role requirements.
For further information please contact Recruitment Business Partner Sarah at sarah.wheldale@anglicaresa.com.au
Note: this is an expression of interest. You will be contacted should a suitable opportunity arise that aligns with your skills, experience, and availability.