Hope Street Youth and Family Services Ltd ("Hope Street") has over 45 years of experience delivering specialist services to young people and their families experiencing or at risk of, homelessness.
We have a vision to live in a society where all young people and young families have a safe place to call home. If you would like to play a part in ending youth homelessness, join our team of passionate people making a difference in the lives of young people and young families.
We are looking for a supportive and committed Youth Residential Support Worker to join the Youth Foyer-like model of supported transitional housing for young people and young families who are provided with safe, secure and affordable accommodation for 12 months to 2 years, based in Whittlesea (Thomastown).
Job Description
On a day-to-day basis, you will:
Work with young people to be active participants in creating opportunities to strengthen their housing, employment, education, training and personal and social development.
complete daily client file notes as needed and assist with administration duties to help operations run smoothly.
have the opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s lives.
This is an excellent chance to join an organisation where you can have a real impact and be part of a high-performing team achieving quality outcomes for young people and young families.
You will be available to work a set roster of 20 hours per fortnight; Friday, Saturday and Sunday
To find out more about the specifics of this role, please read full position description.
WE CAN OFFER YOU
A passionate purpose-driven NFP organisation + experienced supportive team
A permanent part-time position with attractive penalty rates for weekend shifts
NFP salary packaging up to $18,550 of your salary tax-free
Close proximity to Public Transport and street parking
Desired Skills and Experience
ABOUT YOU
Do you have a Bachelor Degree qualification in Social Work, Human services, Community studies or other welfare related qualifications.?
Do you have knowledge or experience of youth-focused practice frameworks such as strengths-based or trauma-informed practice?
Do you have sector knowledge or experience understanding of young people’s trauma with complex needs, including homelessness, family violence, alcohol, drugs and/or mental illness?
Do you pride yourself on your ability to motivate and advocate for clients to achieve outcomes?
Do you have well-developed communication skills including relationship building, problem solving and report writing?
Are you highly competent using the full suite of Microsoft applications?
If you are a youth worker with experience in delivering effective youth-focused services to young people, we want to hear from you!