Youth Triage Officer

When you join MercyCare, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As a leading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care, family, community, early learning and disability services we support people throughout life’s journey. We invest in our people by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where our people can belong and thrive.About the roleWe have an opportunity for a Youth Triage Officer to join our Youth Wellbeing and Accommodation team on a permanent part time basis working 45.6 hours per fortnight. The role will be based at either our Cannington, Ord Street or Mirrabooka locations.This role will provide a comprehensive referral and intake process to young people and their families, attend networking events, maintain record keeping systems, conduct initial screening assessments and develop relationships with stakeholders within the community.About youYou’ll have a passion for supporting young people and their families while also having:

• Extensive experience in the not-for-profit sector or a Tertiary qualification in Psychology, Youth Work, Social Work or similar
• Prior experience working with young people and their families
• Strong knowledge of assessment practices
• Experience in counselling, intervention techniques and service models
• The ability to problem solve and time manage effectively
• Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Driver’s Licence
• National Police Clearance (obtained within the last six months)

About the benefitsYou’ll join an inclusive, diverse and welcoming Western Australian based organisation focused on making a difference in the local community. In addition you’ll have access to:

• Not for profit Salary Packaging options up to $18,000!
• Childcare discounts for your little ones
• Options to purchase additional leave
• Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance and free flu vaccinations

To ApplyClick “Apply Now” to visit our website and apply. Applications close on 25 April 2024 but apply soon as we will progress recruitment earlier if the right match is found.At MercyCare, every person matters.With our 175-year legacy extending back to the Catholic Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud to make a positive difference in our local communities. We live by our values – respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence, and courage.We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and the vulnerable. We invite applications from people from all walks of life, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, gender and sexuality.