Description:
Marist180 is a not-for-profit organisation committed to creating positive change for vulnerable young people and their families. We believe that when individuals feel connected to a supportive community and have access to education, accommodation, and employment they can achieve their goals.Job Description
The Position
The Youth Worker is a member of a broader therapeutic team that work together to support each young person living in accommodation with their day-to-day activities, and achieve their individual personal, living and social skills, while acting as a mentor who engages positive change. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Implement and monitor individual plans in collaboration with the House Manager
- Engage with, develop and maintain effective communication and positive relationship with the young people in care to develop a positive mentoring relationship.
- Assist with the development of personal and living skills through encouragement and promotion of positive self-care, food, hygiene, and financial practices.
- Assist with the development of educational, vocational and social skills through encouraging participation in leisure, recreational, sporting and community activities.
- Provide assistance with and encourage the young person in care with their day-to-day activities.
- Establish an appropriate balance between the needs of a young person and the needs of the group.
- Assist each young person to effectively manage their own behaviour through self-awareness and strengths-based approach in line with Marist180 guidelines.
- Respond appropriately to challenging behaviours or incidents and ensuring the safety of young people at risk of harm.
- Complete set house tasks for effective house management including reporting of safety concerns.
- Maintain documentation and records as per Marist180 procedures, including completing accurate and progress reports, communications, timesheets, and financial records.
- Contribute to a positive, safe and productive workplace,
- Engage in reflective supervision with house manager and participate in learning/ development opportunities
- Respond to reasonable directions from house manager and care team.
To be considered for this position, you are required to have:
- Diploma in Youth Work, Community Services, or a relate field.
- Minimum of 1 year experience working with young people in a residential setting
- Demonstrated ability to engage clients positively while maintaining own boundaries
- National Police Check and a Working with Children's Check (or willing to obtain)
- Current First Aid and CPR Certification
- Unrestricted Drivers Licence (or a commitment to obtain an NSW Driver's Licence if holding a foreign licence by 1 March 2025)
- Provide consent to complete a verification of the Residential Care Workers Register managed by
- A comprehensive orientation and training program
- Ongoing professional development and mentoring throughout your career journey
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 wellbeing and crisis support for you and your family
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED
Marist180
23 Mar 2025;
from:
uworkin.com