Support Worker - Devonport

Key Assets; City of Devonport; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and wellbeing

Annual learning fund

Job summary

Key Assets is a not-for-profit agency delivering foster care, family services and disability support across Australia. We value inclusivity and diversity and are committed to child safety and positive outcomes for children, families and communities.

We are seeking casual Children/Youth Support Workers to support young people in OOHC, across the Foster Care and Families for Life programs. Prior experience with children and a certificate in human services are preferred, with a current First Aid

Qualifications

• Empathy and passion for helping children and young people.
• Experience with children or youth services preferred.
• Ability to work with families and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Support children and youth in family-based OOHC.
• Plan and support activities, individual and group work.
• Assist in transport and supervision of family contact.

Skills

Empathy

Passion for working with children

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Certificate in Human Services (Cert 4)

Job description

Key Assets is a leading not-for-profit, children, family and communityservices agency, founded in Australia in 2007.

We provide foster carer, family services and disability services. Operatingacross all states, the ACT and Norfolk Island, our purpose is to achieve positive andlasting outcomes for children, families, and communities. To achieve that, we need people like you!

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and embrace and celebrate thediversity of all people within our communities. Our diversity helps usprovide the best support possible to carers, families, children and youngpeople and all of our external stakeholders.

A little about the role

Children/Youth Support Workers are responsible for supporting our youngpeople placed in family based Out of Home Care (OOHC). This work is variedand may include planning and supporting activities, individual and or groupwork, transportation and may include supervising family contact. We look forpeople who have empathy and an enormous passion to making a positive andlasting difference to our children and young people’s lives.

We have casual positions available statewide working across our Foster Careand Families for Life program.

Additional responsibilities of the role include:

• Providing various types of support to Child and Youth placed in fostercarer (Transport, Social/Community, Education and Mentoring)
• Collaborative support, advocating for the child and participation in ourKey Care team Framework
• Assist in care / behaviour plans for our children and young people
• Completion of required documentation, for operational compliance
• Compliance of business policies and child protection procedure

About you

To be successful in this role, you’ll come with:

• Prior experience working with and/or on behalf of children, young people
• Energy and enthusiasm, as well as a passion for working with childrenand young people
• A certificate in Human Services and or a similar relevant field (minimumCert 4)
• A current First Aid Certificate
• Confidence and ability to deal with difficult situations
• Training / experience in child abuse / trauma related behaviours, youthMental Health and similar
• Availability during weekdays, during the afternoon and early evenings(some weekend work may apply also).
• Tenacity, diligence and resilience - with the ability to adopt acreative approach to problem solving in a fast-paced environment.

My Key Assets

The health and wellbeing of our people is at the core of our employee andclient experience. All employee offerings are intentionally curated withcare, allowing you to bring your best self to work, every day. Knowledgesharing, ongoing learning and development, engagement and recognition arekey pillars in our culture and values.

• Work-Life Balance: We are well equipped to support a hybrid approach to the future of work. We understand that work-life balance is importantand accommodate flexibility for team members wherever possible.Flexible, family-friendly working arrangements and remote work - just ask us!
• Health and Wellbeing: We promote health and wellbeing for our people,just like we would for the children, families and communities we serve.We also offer 5 weeks' of annual leave after 2 years' continuous service with us!
• Professional Development: digital eLearning and face to face training,your continual professional development is always top of our prioritylist. You'll have access to apply to our Annual Learning fund for subsidised professional development opportunities!
• Salary Packaging: part of your wage is paid tax free each pay, saving thousands in tax each year!

The fine print

• For further information, please contact Tenille Chartres, ProgramManager on0498 582 073 or [e-mail]
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National PoliceCheck and hold a valid WWCC.
• Full driver's license and travel within the region/state required aswell as your own fully insured and registered vehicle.

If you are seeking a role in an excellent, innovative, and supportive team,in a growing organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Key Assets Australia is committed to Equal Opportunity, ethical practiceand the principles of cultural diversity and social inclusion.

Key Assets is a Child Safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

While we're reviewing your application, get to know us by visiting our website and on social media #WeAreKeyAssets