What is The Care Hub? The Care Hub is an initiative that brings together a number of organisations to form an integrated team of professionals.
The aim of the Care Hub is to provide a wraparound service and team of staff to support effective assessment, planning and intervention to help support the Children, Young People and Families through the process and ensure all needs are met.
The team will be based from a single location in Bendigo, forming a collaborative, integrated team of staff helping support those entering care for the first time.
Your role: The Community Worker will provide place-based support to Children and Young People as part of the outreach component of the Care Hub's support.
The aim of this role is to promote and support Children and Young People with engagement in the community, access to community-based programs such as sport or club involvement and using this engagement to help develop important social and life skills.
The Community Workers will also work with those who may need additional support to engage with school, education or employment.
About you: Experience managing risk and wellbeing and work within the Best Interest Framework An understanding of how trauma can affect the development of young people Solid understanding of the Child Protection and Welfare system in Victoria Excellent written, verbal and collaborative communication skills Flexibility and adaptability to work in a busy and dynamic program An empathy with AV's Values and Mission to do better for Children, Young People and Families Why you should apply: Salary offers start at around $97,377 plus super plus salary packaging (Level 5 SCHCADS) Negotiable through the increments dependent upon experience Office location: The Care Hub in Bendigo or Echuca Full-time hours, permanent contract.
A large organisation that supports career progression and growth.
Access to discounted health insurance, free Employee Assistance, Salary Packaging and a range of other employment benefits supporting your physical and mental health.
Professional development, training, support and a culture of inclusivity and resilience.
A workplace with Rainbow Tick Accreditation and DCA Inclusive Employer recognition.
A leadership team that are passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for children, young people and families.
Ready to take the next step: Applications will close Sunday 29th September.
We always encourage people to apply as soon as possible so we have time to reach and talk to you in a bit more detail about the role.
You will also be requested to attach your resume and cover letter that describes your motivation to apply for this role and any skills and experience relevant to the position.
Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement.
Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate.
We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.
Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.
Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.
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