Youth Support Worker - Alice Springs

Carpentaria; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organisation in Gauteng is seeking a dedicated individual to support children and young people in a 24/7 home environment. The role involves developing strategies for positive behaviours and aiding in independent living skills. Ideal candidates will have experience in residential care, a passion for helping children, and flexibility in shift work. Attractive benefits include competitive pay, annual leave, and wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates + 12% super

Salary packaging available

5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading

Employee discounts and wellness benefits

Access to confidential counselling via EAP

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working in residential care or youth services.
• Genuine passion for supporting children using a person-centred approach.
• Knowledge and experience of working in cross-cultural contexts.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support children with their daily living in a home environment.
• Develop and implement strategies for positive behaviours.
• Assist in acquiring independent living skills.

Skills

Experience in residential care

Passion for supporting children

Knowledge of Aboriginal cultures

Flexibility in work shifts

Job description

Job Category: Independent Living Services

Job Description

About Carpentaria

Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through :

• Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology)
• Independent Living programs
• Pathways Program
• Employment and Training

Specialist Disability Accommodation

We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.

Your new role

Purpose

You will support children and young people with their daily living in a 24 / 7 home environment contributing to developing and implementing strategies to support positive behaviours and to acquire independent living skills to reach their full potential in their home and community.

The ideal candidate

• Demonstrated experience working in residential care, youth services, or Out of Home Care programs
• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people to live their best life using a person-centred approach
• Knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, with experience working in cross-cultural context
• Flexibility to work various shifts including both short and long shifts on weekdays, weekends, evenings, nights, sleepovers and public holidays

Remuneration and benefits

A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including :

• Competitive hourly rates + 12% super
• Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6, additional salary)
• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading

Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits

• Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!

Recruitment process

Our recruitment process is based on values, skills and qualifications.

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Contacts and further information

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