Address- Opportunity for immediate start
- Entry level role
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified position
About the Y
Proudly Territorian, we’ve been delivering our grassroots programs in the Northern Territory for over 50 years. The purpose of the YNT is to address the challenges and inequality in learning, employment, health, and well-being experienced throughout the NT. By delivering our services, programs, and support, we enable and empower our rich, diverse community to learn, grow and thrive.
The Opportunity
As a Youth Worker in Alternative Education, you will actively work with young people who are engaged in the YMCA’s Back2School Program. The Back2School Program is for young people who have disengaged from mainstream schooling, or for whom mainstream schools may not be appropriate.
The Youth Worker in Alternative Education will prepare individualised case management for young people using a client-centred approach. The program is focused on developing and empowering young people, creating positive pathways with them and supporting their social and emotional growth.
YMCA’s vision is to create teaching and learning environments and practices that generate enthusiasm for learning and improve competencies in literacy, numeracy and social and emotional well-being for young people who participate in Alternative Education Programs.
While working in the Palmerston Youth Space, you supervise behaviour and de-escalate situations when they arise, using clear, calm communication. Through your actions, positive attitude and behaviour, you make the Palmerston Youth Space a safe, enjoyable and supportive place for young people in Palmerston.
The Details
YMCA, including its Boards of Directors, are committed to the safety and well-being of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding Children and Young People framework. YMCA requires that all applicants undergo satisfactory screening prior to commencement, including but not limited to:
- A national criminal history check;
- An international criminal history check where applicants have worked overseas;
- Holding or obtaining a Working with Children Clearance/ equivalent in accordance with Territory laws;
- Two reference checks.
Any successfully appointed applicant will be required to adhere to the Safeguarding Children and Young People framework, which includes a thorough safeguarding children and young people induction and a commitment to upholding the safety and wellbeing of children and young people throughout their engagement with YMCA.
We can’t wait to welcome you to the Y!
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Please apply via Seek and include a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
For a copy of the Position Description, please contact ***************@ynt.org.au
Applications close Monday 30th June 2024
