Moorditj Koolangah (Strong Kids) is a new Starick program which supports Aboriginal young people aged 11-17 years who are victim / survivors of family and domestic violence.

The objectives of the Program are:

• Education: support young people to understand the types and dynamics of FDV and provide a safe place to explore these as they have been experienced in their lives, families and communities.
• Safety and advocacy: Provide advocacy and support through rapport building, offering a safe place to have individual needs heard and supported; safety plans for young people as individuals and also in the context of their family and community. Referrals to specialist services to increase their base of support.
• Cultural Connectedness: Create a peer network and support system of young people with shared experience to promote mental health and wellbeing; support to make connections with appropriate organisations and services in the community.

We are seeking a qualified and/or experienced Youth Worker who will also mentor / train a Youth Support Worker to work in this program and provide a range of supports.

This is an Aboriginal identified role.

If you are interested in this role please visit the Starick website by clicking the "Apply Now" button to access the Job Description.

Applicants are asked to provide a one (1) page discussing their interest and suitability to the role as well as a comprehensive resume.

If you have any queries please contact Tahnya Wood on email [email protected] using the subject line: Youth Woker (Identified Position) enquiry via EthicalJobs.