• Kick start your career in a rewarding role
• Part-Time and Casual opportunities available (afternoons, nights, weekends)
• Attractive salary packaging on offer
• Based in Ballarat

Cafs is here for those who need us. We are committed to providing an environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe, where their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives. We do not tolerate family violence and are committed to ending family violence. We nurture a culture of inclusion and equity for all, and ensure we are a powerful platform and leader in the community for social change.

About the role

The purpose of the Youth Care Worker role is to provide a safe, caring, supportive and nurturing environment for children and young people aged between 10 and 17 years in one of several residential units. The Youth Care Workers play a key role as caregivers and use a trauma-informed lens to contribute to meeting the physical, emotional, intellectual, social and cultural needs of children and young people within our care.

Along with providing a safe and stable home environment, the Youth Care worker will assist the children and young people in learning to live with others, and developing other life skills including meal preparation, budgeting, house cleaning and general self-care.

The units are staffed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year. Day to day, the Youth Care Worker will take guidance and direction from a House Supervisor or Team Leader ensuring that care plans are understood and followed, the house is kept clean and tidy.

Qualifications

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Residential and Out of Home Care) OR

Working towards relevant qualification upon commencement in the role.

Current First Aid and CPR Certificates (Level 2)

Our ideal candidate is…

• Committed to keeping children safe as part of a care team
• Passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people
• Responsive to the needs of children and young people (trauma-informed lens)
• Enjoys building and strengthening relationships with young people and colleagues
• Adaptable and resilient in challenging circumstances
• Self-motivated and seeks opportunities for continuous improvement
• Must be available to work afternoon shifts 4pm to 11:30pm and night shifts 11:30pm to 9am (limited weekday day shifts available)

Further information

For a confidential discussion please call Sally Dupcinov, Team Leader on (03) 5337 3333.

How to Apply

Please submit your application though Cafs online portal by selecting the “apply now” button on our careers webpage. You will need to prepare a current resume and a cover letter to upload. The cover letter should specify which position you are applying for and a response to each of the following questions:

• How do your values align to Cafs Values?
• What is your interest in working in a Residential Care setting?

Please note all applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and will be subject to a satisfactory Police Check outcome and an employment Working with Children Check, First Aid certificate and valid Driver’s Licence.