Details
• Casual
• Western Sydney (Primarily Penrith, Blacktown, Ermington)
• Includes overnight sleepover shifts
Join an exciting and innovative new program supporting young people transition from care.
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 aged care, homeless services, child and family care, counselling, employment, training and education, and health services.
Our Vision is “Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can.”
About the program
Wesley KickStart Program is an innovative accommodation program supporting young people transitioning from Foster Care. As the Lead Tenant you will live in the house with up to 5 young people, ensuring the share house runs smoothly and being available for support when needed.
The KickStart house is supported by Wesley’s Take Charge of Your Life team who support the young people with sourcing employment opportunities, developing living skills and general support as required.
About the role
We are currently seeking a pool of casual staff who will provide respite for the permanent carers of up to 5 young people living in the Kick Start program.
The successful candidate will be part of a team that will be on a largely weekend rotating roster. Hours of work are flexible. This role would suit a candidate with additional study/work commitments.
Essential skills/knowledge
• Minimum Cert IV in youth work or similar field
• Flexible working hours including shift work, weekends and sleep overs
• Current unrestricted drivers licence
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current Working With Children’s Check
Desirable Criteria:
• Experience in Out of Home Care
• Previous employment with children and families
• Ability to work as a part of a team and independently
Remuneration
Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010, Level 3 + loading.
Apply now
Please submit a copy of your CV/resume and a cover letter addressing all the selection criteria. For further information, or to submit an application, please contact:
Contact name
Phone: Rita Karraz
Email: rita.karraz@wesleymission.org.au
Wesley Mission is a Christian organisation requiring all staff to affirm its values. 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.
