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Form of workWho is Carinity?
Carinity is a not-for-profit, values-driven organisation, which has been making a real difference in people’s lives since 1949 through comprehensive and integrated community services including residential aged care, retirement living, home care, schools, disability support, counselling, youth accommodation and chaplaincy in hospitals and prisons.
For more information about Carinity, please go to our website https://carinity.org.au/
About the role:
The Youth Worker – Learning Support will assist students in completing their studies as well as with their social emotional development.
The role position is located at Carinity Education - Shalom. This School is recognised for providing culturally appropriate education for predominantly Indigenous students in Prep to Year 12 from the Townsville area. Carinity will continue to work with and support this valuable service.
What do I need for the role?
- Experience in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in a support capacity.
- Experience in providing support to marginalised young people, particularly those who have been victims of abuse, neglect, substance abuse and/or self-harm.
- Demonstrated ability to relate to youth at risk and to assist with behaviour management, to build positive, professional relationships with young people.
- Well-developed interpersonal communication skills
The bonuses of joining the Carinity team!
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program for our staff and their immediate family.
- Access to extensive not-for-profit salary packaging options (pay less tax).
- Be part of a team who are passionate about delivering care excellence.
- Join a value driven organisation, with a culture of caring for others.
- Ongoing training and development.
How do I apply?
Carinity is after motivated and enthusiastic candidates who are committed to working with Carinity to make a real difference! If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!
To apply or view more information, including the position description, visit https://www.carinity.org.au/join-our-team/. Applications should include a brief cover letter and Resume that addresses the Essential Competencies and Experiences. You will be required to provide or undertake a National Criminal History Check, which can be submitted by Carinity on your behalf.
Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.
For further information only please contact Carinity Education Shalomon 4445 2100 during business hours.
