Organisation : Kids First
Location : Melbourne (Thomastown)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Children, Community Support Services, Families
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 9 Jan, 2022
About the organisation
Kids First is a child and family services provider and early years education specialist. We have proudly been at the heart of community care in Victoria since 1896.
Our proud history is matched with a progressive mindset as we continually deliver Australian-first and sector leading programs designed to strengthen family relationships, support healing and recovery from trauma and set children up for brighter futures.
We nurture an inclusive and rewarding culture that attracts and retains talented people, bound to a common purpose. Built on our legacy of more than 120 years of community service, we actively support our people to make a significant difference to the lives of children and families. Every. Single. Day
About the role
Full Time, 12 months in 2022
Thinking about what’s next after your studies? What if your new job was helping children and families affected by family violence and sexual assault? Paid Graduate year on offer with Salary Packaging of $15,900 per annum available! Gain practical skills and knowledge as well as receive extra training and development support. Numerous positions are available across Epping, Thomastown or Heidelberg locations (Wurundjeri Country).
About the graduate year
The role is part of the 2022 Family Violence and Sexual Assault Graduate Program.
We have a number of graduate opportunities available within Kids First, working across our specialised programs including: Sexual Abuse and Counselling Prevention Program (SACPP), Northern Healing Recovery Program (NHARP), Caring Dad’s and The Orange Door.
With the guidance and support from our highly qualified staff, you will receive additional training from external and internal providers, while consolidating your expertise gained through your social work studies.
Our programs will enable you to gain practical skills and knowledge, allowing you to make a significant difference within the sector. This includes an induction session at the commencement of the Program and monthly community of practice sessions. Graduates also have access to a funding allocation to support their ongoing learning and development over a 12-month period.
What we are looking for?
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work completed within the last 2 years.
- Exposure to working with families and children presenting with complex needs and risk issues in any of the following areas:
- Family Services, Child Protection, Intake and Assessment and/or other services working with vulnerable families and children.
- A passion to make a difference!
Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a collaborative and outcomes-focused culture within an independent not-for-profit organization that has a legacy of more than 120 years of community
service.
At Kids First we want to see you grow and thrive. You will:
- Take home an attractive salary with the option to salary package to increase take home pay
- Have access to flexible work options and our staff wellbeing program
- Have access to regular supervision and professional development
- Be entitled to 3 days ex-gratia leave each year
- Be working in a friendly, supportive work environment
- If you are relocating for the Program, you may also be eligible for a $1,500 contribution towards costs associated with your relocation
Want to know more?
For further enquiries about the role please contact HR at: hr@kidsfirstaustralia.org.au
For more information on the Program, you can visit:
https://www.vic.gov.au/students-and-graduates-who-want-work-familyviolence
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Family Violence and Sexual Assault Graduate Program via Pro Bono Australia.
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