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Join to apply for the Senior Youth Worker role at Samaritans Foundation2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior Youth Worker role at Samaritans FoundationGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.The OpportunityThe Senior Worker (Crisis Accommodation) will work as part of the Samaritans Youth Homelessness Support Services and will be responsible for the provision of site management within Samaritans Youth Crisis Accommodation.MaitlandPermanent Full Time7am-3.30pmThe OpportunityThe Senior Worker (Crisis Accommodation) will work as part of the Samaritans Youth Homelessness Support Services and will be responsible for the provision of site management within Samaritans Youth Crisis Accommodation.The SHS sector is a vital part of the broader service system that is working towards ending homelessness. SHS service providers support people who are experiencing, or who are at risk of homelessness, through early intervention, crisis and transitional support; and post crisis support services. The programs primary objective is to ensure people who are experiencing homelessness, or who are at risk of homelessness, are supported to achieve safe and stable housing in the community.Samaritans Homelessness Services (SHS) to provide an extensive range of support to disadvantaged young people with an emphasis on those at risk of homelessness or who are homeless. Core services include residential support, outreach, early intervention and activities, employment, family, and group work, working with schools and information and referral.The Samaritans Youth Crisis Accommodation is a short-term service for young people who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. The service provides assessment, short-term casework and transitional support through the provision of information, referral advocacy and case managementWhy Work for us?BenefitsNewcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schoolsSalary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)Discounted private health insurance through MedibankCareer and development opportunities - we want you to flourish!Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport ProgramFree access to our corporate Employee Assistance ProgramPaid parental leave (after 12 months of service)About you?Tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences/Youth work/Community Welfare/Social WorkMinimum of 3 years'' experience in equivalent positionEffective leadership skills an ability to build a harmonious and high functioning work teamCreative and flexible approach to young people experiencing homelessnessHighly developed case management skillsPositive communication and conflict resolution skillsAbility to maintain and model professional boundariesCommitment to the rights and responsibilities of young peopleDemonstrated ability to manage young people in crisisExperience in the provision of person-centred practiceExperience in employing strengths-based practice and systems theoryUnderstanding of Rapid Rehousing and the Going home Staying Home guidelinesCommitment to shared risk and decision-making practices to ensure oversight and escalation to upper management as requiredNDIS Worker Screening Clearance, Working with Children Check, Current First Aid and CPR certificate, Australian work rights and willingness to undergo a National Police checkWho we are?Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or email the talent team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.auYou must have the right to live and work in Australia.Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.#samsSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesIndividual and Family ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Samaritans Foundation by 2xGet notified about new Youth Worker jobs in Aberglasslyn, New South Wales, Australia.Raymond Terrace, New South Wales, Australia 5 months agoAberglasslyn, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoLambton, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoLambton, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoYouth Worker - Intensive Therapeutic CareMaitland, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoEarly Learning Assistant Educator | Reedy CreekReedy Creek, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoWaratah, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoDisability & Mental Health Support WorkerMaitland, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoThornton, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoAboriginal Child Protection Caseworker - Hunter Region & NewcastleAberglasslyn, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoAberglasslyn, New South Wales, Australia 1 year agoHamilton North, New South Wales, Australia 3 months agoTwelve Mile Creek, New South Wales, Australia 1 year agoWarabrook, New South Wales, Australia 1 year agoTanilba Bay, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoEarly Childhood Teacher | Kindy Patch LargsAberglasslyn, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoAboriginal Child Protection Caseworker - Hunter Region & NewcastleWarabrook, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoOyster Cove, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoAboriginal Child Protection Caseworker - Hunter Region & NewcastleTwelve Mile Creek, New South Wales, Australia 1 year agoRaymond Terrace, New South Wales, Australia 4 months agoPersonal Care Support Workers - Newcastle RegionWarabrook, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoEarly Childhood Teacher | Kindy Patch MedowieOyster Cove, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoWaratah, New South Wales, Australia 4 months agoTomago, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoMedowie, New South Wales, Australia A$99,464.00-A$127,990.00 1 month agoPort Stephens, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoMaitland, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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