Organisation : Marist Youth Care
Location : Sydney ((Blacktown))
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Community Support Services
About the organisation
About the role
- Casual shift work positions available including sleepover shifts
- Located in Western Sydney
- Fun and Friendly Teams Working within a Residential Setting
Marist Youth Care (www.maristyc.com.au) is a not for profit organisation focused on helping at risk young people. To support our young people MYC is seeking enthusiastic, resilient and reliable casual Youth Workers to join our team. With a number of different programs requiring Youth Workers the possibilities and diversity seem endless.
In this position you will work as part of a team to enhance the dignity, confidence, well-being and quality of life of the young people in our care. You will be an enthusiastic and understanding role model who engages in positive activities with young people and discourages anti-social behaviours. You may be involved in transporting clients to appointments, supporting them with development of their living skills and or educational support along with assisting with household chores. Our staff are rostered 24/7 and so availability including some weekends and sleepovers is essential.
For this position it is essential you have:
- A relevant qualification (min Certificate IV) in Youth Work, Community Services or equivalent
- An understanding of the issues and challenges of young people in care
- Min. 1 year experience working with young people in a residential setting
- Current NSW Drivers Licence
- NSW Working with Children Check Clearance
- Good computer skills
- WILLINGNESS TO WORK SHIFT WORK, INCLUDING SLEEPOVER AND WEEKEND SHIFTS
People enjoy working for Marist Youth Care because they are rewarded with successful outcomes from client’s progress and development and a positive team and working environment. Not only do our staff provide valuable knowledge and resources to Marist Youth Care but develop great networks within the community.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Casual Youth Workers via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Support_Services