Organisation : Jesuit Social Services
Location : Melbourne (Dandenong )
Work type : Contract/Temporary
Sector : Community Development
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 23 Sep, 2024
About the organisation
About the organisation
Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. We reflect on the critical factors shaping our contemporary world; the social, political and economic contexts, and we adapt our practice to work with those most in need.
Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.
We place a high piority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.
About the role
About the role
We are looking for an experienced staff member to join our South East YJCSS team.
Our programs provide intensive support and/or mentoring to young people and ensures young people referred to the program are; linked to family, community and culture, have pathways to economic participation and have access to a range of supports and services in relation to health, housing and developmental needs.
Cultural Connections provides a cultural focus on the delivery of YJCSS, increase cultural competency of all YJCSS staff and enhanced relationships with Māori and Pasifika communities and services in the Southern Melbourne and Bayside Peninsular Area.
Competitive remuneration, plus salary packaging benefit, is offered together with ongoing professional and career development as well as opportunities for personal growth.
What Jesuit Social Services can offer you:
- An organisation that lives its values, through its day to day work
- A welcoming and supportive relational environment
- A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
- Ongoing training and development related to your role
- Employee assistance program
- A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
- Generous leave
About the program
Youth Justice Community Support Service (YJCSS)
Provision of pre and post release assessment and planning, intensive support and case management for young people at risk of entering custody or exiting Youth Justice Centres. Support is holistic and is provided predominately on an outreach basis. This service operates over 7 days between the hours of 7.00 am and 10.30 pm.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Intensive Support Worker Cultural Connections Youth Justice SMR via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Development
