Child and Youth Support Worker - Mt Gambier

The Role: Casual  (Located in Mt Gambier/Limestone Coast, 5 Hours South East of Adelaide)

Baptist Care SA are looking for passionate and engaging Residential Child and Youth Workers to join us working in Residential houses in Mt Gambier. You will provide a safe and nurturing environment to children and young people under the Guardian of the Chief Executive through the Department of Child Protection. This is a rewarding role where you will be able to positively influence the lives of young people and make a difference. 

Your duties will involve, but won’t be limited to:

• Working within a team to meet client needs
• Providing support to children and young people, such as school drop offs and pickups, supporting daily activities like cooking and cleaning, assisting with homework, and enriching their lives by being a positive role model and creating a sense of home
• Managing and responding to difficult and at times aggressive behaviours using trauma informed care and holistic client-centered practice
• Completing administration tasks including case notes, mandatory reporting, and handovers

About you:

We are looking for dedicated individuals who are passionate about working within a team to support young people in meeting their needs and achieving their goals. You'll work one-on-one with each young person, helping them develop independent living skills using a trauma-informed approach. 

We value team members who bring positive energy and a commitment to quality practice as we collaborate respectfully with young people and stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes in the best interests of our young people.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• Ability to work in a team environment, while also being able to work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work well in high pressured situations and practice self-care
• Possess a roadworthy vehicle with the willingness to transport clients for work purposes in own car

Specific employment requirements:

To be considered for this role, you must also have one of the following:

A completed Certificate IV OR Diploma in:

• Child, Youth and Family Intervention
• Youth Work
• Community Services
• Mental Health
• Disability
• Completed or actively completing a university degree in Social Work or Similar (must be in 2nd year of study, with a transcript showing a completed and passed placement)

For a full list of accepted qualifications click here

Applicants will be required to have or obtain the below:

• Provide First Aid (HTLAID0011)
• Safe Environments for Children and Young People (Through their eyes)
• Provisional (P2) or Full South Australia Driver’s Licence
• Valid DHS Working with Children Check
• Valid NDIS Worker Screening
• Valid National Police Clearance
• Complete and pass a legislatively mandated Psychological Suitability Assessment
• Complete a Road Worthy certificate

What we offer:

• A competitive salary on the SCHADS award 2.4
• Salary packaging in additional to increase your take home pay
• A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

About Us:

Baptist Care SA works collaboratively with South Australians from all walks of life. We provide Camping and Adventure Programs, Disability Services, Homelessness Services, Out of Home Care and Youth, Family and Community Programs. We are committed to finding a way forward for everyone we serve and supporting them to achieve their life goals. We find ways to make people's lives better.

Baptist Care SA is committed to the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable people and as such applicants will be considered in accordance with our safety practices and suitability. 

We do not accept applications via email, however, for more information, please reach out to: recruitment@baptistcaresa.org.au 

Candidates who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply