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Youth Worker - Albert Park Flexible SchoolJoin to apply for the Youth Worker - Albert Park Flexible School role at Edmund Rice Education Australia Flexible Schools LtdContinuing, Full-time - commencing as soon as can be negotiatedSchool Officer Level 5 $78,204 - $82,008 per annumABOUT THE ORGANISATION:Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Flexible Schools Ltd educates over 2,200 young people in 22 Flexible Learning Schools (12 based in Queensland and 10 other schools across Australia) and serves young people who experience complex educational, social or psychological situations which demand unique responses. We enable young people to engage in education in a supported learning environment through a methodology based on trauma informed practice, in which the principles of operation (Honesty, Respect, Participation, Safe & Legal) are embedded.ABOUT THE ROLE:The Youth Worker reports to the Area Principal or delegate. The Youth Worker supports and leads:Effective learning and teaching programs for young people in both middle and senior phases of secondary education.Physical health and emotional wellbeing of the young people.Development and implementation of the schools'' strategic and operational plans regarding the function of your role as youth worker.Maintenance of a supportive and inclusive school environment.Relationships with the school, staff, students and their families, industry, and community organisations in relation to planning, actions and achieving outcomes with a particular focus on your area of expertise.Young people to engage with relevant external agencies through appropriate referral pathways and stakeholder meetings.To read the full position description please CLICK HEREABOUT YOU:A Working with Children Clearance NoticeCurrent driver''s licence (essential) or Light Rigid licence (highly desirable)Previous experience in the youth sector with knowledge and understanding of the local First Nations communitiesHighly DesirableAn understanding of and commitment to principles of social justiceUnderstanding of current youth work practice, trends and issues in service provision to marginalised young people particularly within the alternate education sectorSound level of verbal and written communication skills, including participating in meeting processes, report writing and negotiation skillsSkills in computing (especially word processing, Internet) and skills, or the ability to develop skills in database.Proven ability to work autonomously and in an integrated manner as a member of a multi-disciplinary teamQualifications at Degree, Diploma or Certificate level with Social Work/Youth Work experience (or working towards a qualification) or equivalent life experienceWHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:Salary sacrificing benefits, including FBT exempt payments of up to $15,900 p/aSmall group sizes with a flexible approach to learning12.75% Superannuation contributionInduction, Wellbeing and Professional Development OpportunitiesHOW TO APPLY: (Please upload documents in PDF format)To apply for a position, please complete the application form below. To support your application, you will be required to provide a current CV and Cover Letter highlighting your qualifications, experience and suitability for the role.For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Stephanie Walsh, Head of Campus, EREA Flexible Schools Ltd. on 0429 987 270 or via email [email protected] will be reviewed as they are receivedThe successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check.All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA''s commitment to child protection policies and procedures.Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionOtherIndustriesEducation#J-18808-Ljbffr