Wesley Dalmar Child, Family and Disability Services

• permanent part-time positions
• based in Western/South Western Sydney, NSW
• SCHADS Award Level 3
• join a leading NFP organisation.

About us
Wesley Mission is a high profile, multi-faceted Christian organisation making a real difference in the community. We work with the most disadvantaged in our community by providing over 200 services ranging from disability, aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.
Our Vision is “A Spirit-led disciple-making movement: doing all the good we can because every life matters”.
About the program and role
We are looking for experienced, committed youth workers, who are responsible for developing, assisting and supporting young people in a strength based, therapeutic model of care to provide growth and safety until they become adults. The program has a strong focus on facilitating and supporting the young people, their families and key stakeholders, to recover from trauma with a multi-disciplinary team-based approach through individualised, person-centred care.
Key responsibilities:

• provide individualised high-quality supports which promote clients’ health along with their physical, emotional, social and behavioural needs and goals
• to facilitate the participation and inclusion of young people in the community
• to act as a mentor to young people and engage positive change and discourage challenging behaviours
• support clients in their day to day lives according to their individual care plans
• with 24hour care, we need people who can work all shifts including active nights and holidays
• year-round rosters require availability at all times of the year
• an understanding of reflective practice in the trauma-based environment.

Essential criteria

• Certificate IV/Diploma in Youth Work or Community Services
• previous experience working with children and young people with trauma-based disabilities.
• Australian Citizens/Permanent Residents willing to work flexible hours including shift-work, weekends and sleep-overs
• demonstrated experience working effectively within a team
• experience and understanding of WH&S issues in the workplace
• outstanding interpersonal skills; flexible and patient with the ability to relate well within a team
• written and verbal communication skills within a Mandatory Reporting framework
• intermediate computer skills
• valid working rights in Australia
• current unrestricted NSW Driver’s Licence (must have as a minimum P2 licence to drive a Wesley Mission vehicle)
• current First Aid Certificate
• current Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Check and a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check (please note, this role will require employees to be registered under the Residential Care Workers Register).

Apply now
Please submit a copy of your CV/resume and a cover letter addressing the essential criteria. For further information or to apply, please email: charlie.doane@wesleymission.org.au
Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values and worker Code of Conduct. We are committed to providing an environment in which children can feel safe and valued.
The suitable applicant will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks for appointment to positions within Wesley Mission (including provision of a valid Working with Children Check clearance number). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.