AddressAt Anglicare SQ, we believe everyone has a story. With a 150-year heritage, we exist for individuals of all life stages who may be experiencing challenges or entering a new phase of life. Our skilled staff deliver a breadth of care-based services, across a vast geographic footprint, and in many types of locations.
About the role:
The overall purpose of the Practitioner is to provide case management, care and support to young people living in our accommodation or in the community. The care and support provided will enhance opportunities for the young person to participate in appropriate activities to support development community inclusion, positive relations with family of origin and to contribute to their accommodation stability.
This is a Permanent Full-Time position working 76 hours a fortnight based at our Beenleigh, Insync Youth service.
This role provides support to young people living in our transitional housing, as well as providing centre based and mobile support to young people in the community. You will be focused on encouraging participation in activities, supporting community inclusion and contributing to their accommodation stability. You will value differences, self-determination, social justice and provide support to these young people on their journey towards independence.
Responsibilities:
- Implement Anglicare’s Mental Health and Well Being framework effectively.
- Collaborate with individuals and families, advocating for their needs and accessing relevant resources.
- Contribute to strategic planning reviews and project development.
- Aid in creating promotional materials and provide supervision as required.
- Maintain thorough documentation and assist in policy development.
- Keep external resources updated and assist with ongoing administrative tasks.
- Foster positive team dynamics and actively participate in meetings.
- Offer support to team members and contribute to process improvements through shared insights and professional development.
Required Qualifications and Credentials:
- Degree in Health, Human Services, Behavioural Science, Social Work, Psychology or similar (this is an essential requirement of the role)
- Current Blue Card
- Current Queensland Driver Licence
About you:
- Proficient in proactive communication and building relationships with youth from various backgrounds.
- Possesses robust negotiation and facilitation abilities.
- Shows capability in independent work, effective time management, and collaborative teamwork within a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Dedicated to networking, promoting, and representing the service to broader communities, government entities, and agencies.
- Capacity to value diversity, advocate for self-determination, social justice, and recognize the strengths of young individuals as they strive towards independence.
Why Join Anglicare?
- Join a respected Not For Profit and make a real impact in your role to assist Queenslanders in need.
- Salary Packaging - get up to $15,900 of your salary tax free to pay for items such as Rent, Mortgage, Credit Cards, Utilities, School Tuition and more.
- In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, venue hire, holiday accommodation etc.)
- Enjoy the potential tax savings of a Novated Car Lease.
- Employee Discounts at some of Australia's leading retailers.
- 6% Bupa Health Insurance Discount.
- Referral App - Earn real $$$ for sharing jobs to your network and potentially earn up to $300 per referred successful starter.
- Career Opportunities - join a company who aim to promote from within to fill new roles with our internal-only Job Board.
- Opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
- Pastoral Care Support & Employee Assistance Programs.
- Free annual Flu vaccinations.
Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disabilities and people with a lived experience of mental health issues.
Only candidates possessing the requisite qualifications and experience will be considered for this position. Applications from individuals who do not meet the specified criteria will not be processed. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to these requirements.
What happens now?
Applications close on Tuesday 4th June
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to commence interviews prior to the closing date and/or close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is selected.
Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment Assessment that requires disclosure of pre-existing injuries, illnesses or conditions that could reasonably be aggravated by performing the duties of this position.
