• Casual Position 
• Located in the Southern Region
• Working with an established team 

About Us:

At Anglicare Victoria our focus is on transforming the futures of children and young people, families and adults. Our work is based on three guiding pillars, Prevent, Protect, Empower. We offer a comprehensive network of services and seek to ensure the provision of high quality services that will bring about significant improvements in the life experience of the young people, children and families/caregivers with whom we work.

The Position: 

Targeted Care Packages (TCPs) are an initiative of the Department of Health and Human Services in response to the State Government priority to reduce the number of children / young people residing in residential care.

TCPs are creative and innovative placements developed around specific children / young people aged between 0 and 19 years. The program acts as a wrap-around service incorporating all aspects of support and brokerage required in order for them to successfully transition out of residential care to alternative forms of placement to best meet their support needs.

TCPs are designed to provide holistic support to children / young people, their family, carers and relevant others through a care team model. They are designed to follow the child / young person throughout the remainder of their Out of Home Care experience.

Position Objectives: 

• To assist with the establishment, monitoring and support of family, kinship and independent living arrangements for the most vulnerable children and young people as a result of Child Protection involvement.
• To provide day to day mentor support to children, young people, their families and caregivers receiving this service, inclusive of forming strong community connections.
• To assist children, young people and their families / caregivers to become self-managing over time with minimal need for ongoing professional involvement.

To Be Successful in this Position You Will Need:

• A relevant tertiary level qualification, including Social Work, Youth Work, Psychology, Nursing, Teaching. A minimum of a Certificate IV in other relevant fields is required.
• Capacity and commitment to work effectively with young people in a lead tenant setting to achieve planned change.
• Commitment to the principles and practice of quality care in residential settings for the most vulnerable and disadvantaged young people, and to promote autonomy and self-determination for children and young people.
• An ability to provide support and encouragement to children and young people.
• An understanding of cultural contexts and the unique needs of Aboriginal children and young people.

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement.

For a detailed position description, click here:  PD - OoHC Youth Mentor SOUTH Dec 2021 Casual.pdf

To apply for this position you will need to complete the online application, attaching your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Please note that on 7 October 2021 the Victorian Government’s Chief Health Officer issued COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination(Workers) Directions.  As an Employer, AV is required to comply with the terms of these Directions. 

AV will require evidence that you are compliant with these requirements.

For further enquiries contact Grenville Wise, Alternative Care & Support Services Program Manager on 03 9781 6700

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.