Job description
- Part-time and Casual roles available – Approx. 50 hours per fortnight
- Do you enjoy making a real difference in the lives of young?
- Access to extensive not-for-profit salary packaging options
- Join a progressive & supportive organisation.
Who is Carinity?
Carinity is a not-for-profit, values-driven organisation, which has been making a real difference in people’s lives since 1949 through comprehensive and integrated community services including residential aged care, retirement living, home care, schools, disability support, counselling, youth accommodation and chaplaincy in hospitals and prisons. For more information about Carinity, please go to our website https://carinity.org.au/
About the role
Reporting directly to the Program Manager, the Youth Worker works with Young People in the care of On Track to assist in their daily living activities, promoting independence in a supportive living environment. As a Youth Worker, you play an important role in leading and mentoring ‘at risk’ youth, to grow and develop their life skill.
The role is located in Yeppoon and is approximately 35 minutes north east of Rockhampton. On Track provides nonfamily-based accommodation and support to young people (aged 12-17) with complex support needs, teaching them the life skills they need to interact well with their peers, and realise their full potential in a homelike environment.
What do I need for the role?
- Flexibility to work across a variety of shifts, including afternoons, nights, weekends, and sleepovers.
- Team player with a desire to ensure quality delivery of service for the young people in our care.
- Previous experience in trauma informed practice will be highly regarded.
The bonuses of joining the Carinity team
- Feel like part of the family working with a supportive locally based coordination and care team.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program for our staff and their immediate family.
- Be part of a value driven organisation, with a culture of caring for others.
- Ongoing training and development to reach your full potential.
How do I apply?
Carinity is after motivated and enthusiastic candidates who are committed to working with Carinity to make a real difference! If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!
To apply or view more information, including the position description, click “Apply Now”. Applications should include a brief Cover Letter and Resume that addresses the Essential Competencies and Experiences.
Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.
For further information only please contact Mark Hamilton on 07 4911 9129 during business hours.
A position description is attached.