Night Shift Support Youth Worker

Are you a night owl? We have the position for YOU!

The After-Hours Support Worker permanent full-time position entails working four shifts from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM and four shifts from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM. This position does include weekend work.

The role is located in Warrnambool and is an integral part of our National After-Hours Service.

About the role:

The After-Hours Support Worker is a critical part of our service and means that we are always able to support our clients right round the clock. Our Young People require you to be able to support their emotional, social and behavioural needs, which means you need to flexible, adaptable, able to build rapport and open to learning as no two shifts will be the same. Working on computers and completing administration tasks will be required on your shift and in this position, you will be collaborating with case workers, residential care staff, service providers and families.

Our Offer

• Hourly Rate based on SCHADS Award Level 3 dependent on qualification and experience.
• Night shift penalty rates
• Salary packaging – we can help you to maximize your salary packaging up to $18,550 per year, which allows you to reduce the amount of tax you pay.
• Fitness Passport - which is a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family. For a fraction of the price of a regular gym membership.
• Paid Training that is industry specific including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), Sanctuary and Cultural Awareness training.
• Employee Assistance Program- Free access to a wide range of options with all aspects of life such as social, financial, physical, mental health by providing counselling and coaching supporting relating both to your circumstance, even including health advice from qualified nutritionists.
• Sanctuary Organisation - MacKillop’s work is underpinned by the Sanctuary Model, an evidence-supported, whole of organisation framework that brings our values to life. The model reinforces our ability to create a safe environment that teaches people to cope effectively with stress and trauma, and to heal.

Requirements

• Valid and Current Driver's Licence
• Valid and Current Workers With Children's Check
• Valid and Current NDIS Workers Screeners Check
• Satisfactory Criminal History Check
• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and an awareness of the current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people and their families.

Whilst previous experience working with Young People is preferred, we encourage individuals without prior experience who are passionate about making a difference in Young People's lives to apply. If you would like more information about this exciting position, please contact: Sandi West at sandi.west@mackillop.org.au or on 03 5245 2755.

 Our Commitment:

MacKillop celebrates and draws strength from diversity and respects the dignity of all people. Every person at MacKillop has the right to be safe and to be treated justly. We value every person’s ability, cultural or linguistic backgrounds, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, intersex status, relationship status, religious or spiritual beliefs, socio-economic status, and age.

It is our goal that MacKillop Family Services continues to evolve as a culturally safe, culturally competent, and welcoming organisation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families, and communities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Shortlisting for this position may commence immediately so please submit your application as soon as possible.