Finance Officer - Children'S Services (Part-Time)

City Of Port Phillip; Bendigo; Sur place; AUD 52 000 - 72 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary packaging

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

BRAVE Awards

Résumé du poste

Aruma is seeking dedicated Support Worker staff for Bendigo to provide direct care within a residential setting and support young people with complex needs. The role emphasizes trauma-informed practice, safety, and building family and community connections in a home-like environment.

You will join a team focused on empowering young people, with flexible, rostered shifts across 24/7 coverage, including awake nights. A commitment to inclusive, values-driven care is essential.

Qualifications

• Willingness to enrol in required qualification (if not already completed)
• Availability to work across a 24/7 roster including nights and sleepovers
• Current driver’s licence and vehicle for travel as needed

Responsabilités

• Provide direct care in a residential setting.
• Promote positive family relationships and community connections.
• Operate within a trauma-informed framework to support young people with complex needs.

Connaissances

Night shifts & sleepovers

Trauma-informed care

Resilience & passion for youth

Formation

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Residential Care)

Mandatory Top-Up Units Residential Care (4 Modules)

Valid Australian driver’s licence

Description du poste

Expression of Interest: Support Worker - Children Services | Bendigo

Make a real difference in the lives of young people

We strongly encourage candidates with a disability to apply.

At Aruma, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and experiences to drive meaningful change and advance human rights for all.

About the Role

Located in Bendigo and reporting to the Support Manager or Service Leader, you will work within the Purpose and Values of Aruma. You will be part of a high-performing Youth Support Team, delivering a positive customer experience to those in our care.

Key Focus Areas

• Provide direct care within a residential setting, ensuring a safe and nurturing home-like environment
• Promote positive family relationships and community connections
• Work within a trauma-informed framework to support young people with complex needs and challenging behaviours

Benefits of Working with Aruma!

• Salary Packaging : Up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment — tax free
• Discounted Health Insurance : Access to a range of discounted health and wellness services through Bupa

Employees based in eligible remote or regional areas may access additional salary packaging options, including:

• Remote area housing assistance (rent or mortgage interest)
• Remote area fuel and travel benefits
• Increased tax savings through extended packaging options

Eligibility is based on location and individual circumstances, in line with ATO guidelines.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Free confidential service including Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist, and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist
• Fitness Passport : Access to subsidised gym membership

Recognition & Growth

• BRAVE Reviews and Annual BRAVE Awards : Recognition for your hard work
• Job Satisfaction : Make a real difference in people’s lives within a values-driven organisation

What You’ll Need

• Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Residential Care), or equivalent (or willingness to enrol – see the attached document below)
• Mandatory Top-Up Units Residential Care (4 Modules)
• Valid Australian full driver’s licence
• Willingness to complete a Child Safety and Personal Screening Check
• Hold (or be willing to obtain) a Working With Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, First Aid and CPR qualifications

Skills & Experience

• Availability to work any rostered shifts across a 24/7 roster model, including awake nights and sleepovers
• Passion for supporting young people who have experienced trauma and have a disability
• Resilience and commitment to trauma-informed care

Our Commitment

At Aruma, we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are focused on creating an inclusive, high-performing workplace.

Our Recruitment Approach

We review applications as they come in and move quickly to interview great candidates, so we encourage you to apply early. While we include an indicative closing date, roles may close sooner if we find the right person. Applications received later in the process may not progress. If you’re unsuccessful and would value feedback, please feel welcome to reach out to our Talent team.