Youth Worker
Job No:
YWFXMAY22
Location:
Fitzroy Crossing
- Are you enthusiastic, professional and efficient?
- Join a well-respected not-for-profit organisation promoting healthier lifestyles & equal access to community activities
- Attractive remuneration package circa $28,000 (PART TIME – 40 HRS PER FORTNIGHT) plus super & salary sacrificing!
- Great benefits on offer including annual flights, annual wellbeing allowance, 5 weeks’ annual leave (pro-rata) PLUS additional Christmas Leave!
About the Opportunity
Garnduwa is currently looking for a Youth Worker to join their team in Fitzroy Crossing WA, responsible for providing support to the Fitzroy Valley Youth Hub Coordinator in the coordination and delivery of the Youth Hub activities.
Primary Objectives
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Assist in the delivery of Garnduwa youth programs at the Hub and within the region
- Support the delivery of programs by other organisations that meet the objectives of the Garnduwa
- Carry out visits to communities in the region and support Garnduwa employees or volunteers within the community in the delivery of youth activities
- Support the partnership between Garnduwa, the Shire and other key stakeholders and local services in the development and delivery of sport, recreation and youth programs in the region
- Assist in the delivery of after school activities, evening competitions and school holiday programs as detailed within Garnduwa’s funding agreements
- Accurately record all participation data
- Aim to reduce the number of young people falling into the “at risk” category by incorporating Aboriginal culture into the delivery of health, education and life skill programs at all times
- Maintain awareness and understanding of Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) issues and appropriate referral pathways that service the region
About You
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Good organisational skills
- Self-motivated and capable of working in both a team environment and independently without supervision
- Ability to communicate effectively with young Indigenous people and be culturally aware of the local language groups in the region
- Good relationship building and communication skills
- Good computer skills
- Strong knowledge of the Kimberley and the remote communities
- Capacity to work outside normal working hours and travel to remote communities
- Currently hold or willing to obtain a current Driver’s Licence, Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
- Certificate III in Youth Work, Community Services or equivalent
- First Aid Certificate
- Bronze Medallion
Please note: This role may involve some travel to remote Aboriginal communities, including use of dirt roads, small aircraft or 4WD vehicles.
COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS
- Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA
- Successful applicants for this position will need to be fully vaccinated as they will be required to enter schools and other sites where vaccination is mandatory
- More information can be found on the WA Government website
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
About the Benefits
Stepping into this important supporting role will see you contributing toward Garnduwa’s ultimate goal of achieving long-lasting improvements and participation of Aboriginal people in purposeful recreational and sporting activities.
In recognition of your commitment and hard work, you will be offered an attractive remuneration package circa $28,000 p.a. plus super and salary sacrificing!
You'll also be eligible to receive a range of additional benefits including:
- Personal flight subsidy up to $750 annually
- Additional annual leave over the Christmas/holiday period
- Annual wellbeing allowance and
- Travel Opportunities - experience all that Far North Western Australia has to offer!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-renowned, respected and long-standing organisation, and develop your experience in the area of Indigenous health and wellbeing.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as Garnduwa is seeking to appoint to the role as soon as the suitable candidate is found. We reserve the right to appoint before the vacancy closes.
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