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About CatholicCare NT and the Program
CatholicCare NT is a Catholic social service agency established in the Diocese of Darwin. We provide services throughout the NT, including service centres in Darwin, Palmerston, Malak, Tiwi Islands, Daly River, Wadeye, Jabiru, Maningrida, Katherine, Tennant Creek, Alice Springs, Santa Teresa, Titjikala, Finke and APY lands.
CCNT’s Tiwi Islands Youth Programs are aimed at supporting and engaging Tiwi youth to:
- Increase respect for and connection to culture.
- Provide opportunities to engage in positive cultural, sporting, and recreational activities.
- Prepare for employment opportunities.
- Develop leadership skills.
With the aim that this will also reduce involvement in risky behaviours such as smoking, alcohol, drugs and crime and improve health and wellbeing of the youth involved.
About the role
The Youth Programs Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing CCNT’s Tiwi Islands Youth Programs This position has a particular focus on working with community to organise culturally appropriate activities that connect youth to their culture, improve health and wellbeing, and provide a platform for emerging leaders.
What we are looking for
- Experience in program planning and implementation, focusing on youth engagement and development, particularly in remote settings.
- Proven ability to lead, manage and develop staff, including indigenous staff.
- High level stakeholder relationship management skills, including the capacity to engage, collaborate and co-design with a diverse range of stakeholders such as youth, families, community members, and partner organisations.
- High level cultural competency, particularly in working with Indigenous people.
CatholicCare NT Employee Benefits
- Six Weeks Annual Leave
- Salary packaging option (up to an additional $15,900 p/a)
- Staff rewards program with savings and discounts at over 450 well known retailers
- Access to Wellbeing Centre providing support to a healthier and happier life
- Relocation assistance offered
- Subsidised Accommodation
How to Apply
For a full role description including key selection criteria, please visit our careers website. www.catholiccarentcareers.org.au
Applications Close: 9am Thursday 04 April 2024
Interviews on: Wednesday 10 April 2024 from 9am to 12pm
Applications for this position may be closed earlier than anticipated or extended at the discretion of the hiring manager.
Applications only progress if made directly through our CatholicCare NT website. Expressions of interest from third party job boards will not be considered.
TIWI ISLAND
Comprising Bathurst and Melville Islands, with a population of around 2500, the Tiwi Islands are only 80km north of Darwin. The islands are home to the Tiwi people, who have a strong affiliation with their land and a distinctive culture and language. There are school and medical facilities on the islands and regular plane, passenger ferry and barge services operating from Darwin.
The Tiwi Islands are known as 'the islands of smiles'. The Tiwi people are internationally renowned for their individual style of art including carvings and bright textile designs. Prized by collectors, many Tiwi artists have exhibited around the world.
Safeguarding Children & Young People
CatholicCare NT is committed to maintaining zero tolerance of child abuse and neglect, and the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people who access our activities, programs, services and facilities.
Employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory National police check and Working with Children (Ochre) Card.
If you have resided in an overseas country for 12 months or more in the past 10 years, this position requires you to complete an International Criminal History check (ICHC) prior to you employment commencement date. The outcome of the initial screening check must be satisfactory.
