Youth Project Officer #1138

Do you want to work in one of Australia’s leading organisations providing treatment and rehabilitation to torture and trauma survivors; that’s quality focused, diverse & committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people in communities?

Come & join us!

The Organisation

“STARTTS is a not-for-profit Affiliated Health Organisation focused on providing a broad range of services to refugees in NSW. The focus of STARTTS approach is on building capacity and empowering people and communities to take control over their own lives, using a strengths-based approach and building on individual, family, community and cultural strengths.”

The Role

This is an interesting position in implementing STARTTS youth services, engaging young people in meaningful activities and programs that encourage participation, foster skills development and participation in residential programs.

Participating in STARTTS work with schools and youth and children’s services and supporting youth initiatives within various refugee communities.

The successful applicant will be part of a multicultural and multi-disciplinary team.

Skills Required

You will have relevant tertiary qualifications in youth work, or significant experience in the area and demonstrated knowledge and experience in working with children and young people from refugee background.

You will be a highly motivated person with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively within a multicultural team setting.

How to apply for this job

Applicants must submit a statement against the selection criteria as per the position description together with a STARTTS application form and a current CV.

To view the position description (including selection criteria) and instructions on how to apply, please refer to the jobs section of STARTTS website: www.startts.org.au.

Position No: 1038

Closing date: Friday 6 September 2019

Enquiries: Mr Mark Davis on 02 9646 6666

Work Type: Full time, 38 hours per week. Contract up to 30 June 2020. Continuation subject to funding.

Location: Fairfield

Salary: Health Education Officer or other relevant classification based on qualifications, experience and requirements of the role. 

A generous salary packaging scheme is also offered, to reduce the taxable income and increase the take home pay.

NB: Depending on the role, if appointed, as well as a Criminal Record Check clearance you may need a current ‘NSW Working With Children Check’ clearance, follow this link for information: https://www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-organisations/working-with-children-check/paid-workers