AddressSCHaDS Crisis Accommodation Employee Level 1
Ignite Change, Empower Futures, Join Junction Australia's vibrant and committed team providing innovative therapeutic services that allow our young people to thrive.
This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of young people. A perfect opportunity to expand your skills and experience while contributing to a brighter future for others.
Why Choose Us?
We are a growing and innovative social enterprise supporting around 10,000 South Australians each year through housing and community services. Seeking opportunities to build positive pathways for participation, we are one of few South Australian organisations offering an integrated model of housing and support. Together, we are committed to effecting long-term positive change for those we work with and the communities we work in.
We are improving lives and building strong, resilient, and connected communities.
Meet some of our amazing staff here!
The Opportunity:
Junction is seeking future talent to join our Therapeutic Residential Care Team in our Northern, Southern and Mount Barker. Harnessing your knowledge, skills, and passion, you will be responsible for:
- Building Resilience: Through evidence-based therapeutic interventions, you will equip young people with the skills and confidence to overcome trauma and navigate challenges.
- Championing Wellbeing: You will contribute to a safe and nurturing environment, promoting positive relationships and fostering a sense of belonging within our residential care settings.
- Joining a Collaborative Team: You will work alongside a network of dedicated professionals, drawing on collective expertise and unwavering support to achieve lasting outcomes.
A day in this role may include:
- Facilitating client participation in a range of educational and recreational activities to enhance their physical, social, emotional and intellectual development;
- Producing accurate case notes, interaction records, log entries, Client Incident Reports, and plans;
- Maintaining the property in a clean and hygienic manner; and
- Planning and preparing meals for children and young people in line with healthy food choices and safe food-handling requirements.
What we offer:
- Salary sacrifice benefits & 5 weeks annual leave
- Extra paid days off for NAIDOC and our "You Are Amazing Day"
- Professional development, including paid training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
- Supportive management and values-driven culture focused on staff wellbeing
- A supportive, flexible work environment with paid parental leave and a strong focus on staff wellbeing
- Access to wholesale prices on selected products at Harvey Norman
- Access to Corporate Health Insurance
About you:
We are seeking a highly passionate individual who:
- Holds an certificate IV in Youth Work, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Community Services or equivalent (or working towards)
- Has demonstrated experience in responding to trauma-related behaviours
- Has the ability to work across 24/7 roster and undertake passive (sleepover) and active night shifts
- A sound interpersonal skills to effectively engage and establish rapport with clients, staff, and external agencies
You will need to:
- Complete our online application process
- Undergo pre-employment testing as part of the recruitment process which will include psychological assessments
- Hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Hold a current Senior First Aid Certificate
- Hold a current Safe Environments Certificate
- Hold a current unencumbered Australian driver’s licence and be willing to drive
- Be prepared to undertake Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training within 6 months of commencing with Junction and complete a 5-day onboarding and induction process.
How to register your interest for upcoming positions:
To register your interest, please fill out the questions below. On the following page, you'll be asked to add your resume and cover letter, please make sure you have this ready before you apply.
Please also upload copies of relevant qualifications and certifications including working with children check, safe environments, first aid, and your driver's licence.
You will be notified if shortlisted and contacted once we have a vacancy.
The position description is available by clicking here or for further confidential inquiries contact one of our Human Resource Business Partners, Julie Thinagaran or Anna Dunstall on 08 8210 7***.
Junction is an equal opportunity employer that embraces a culture of diversity. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with disability, and people from every culture, gender and sexuality identity, age and ethnic background. Junction is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child and family abuse.
