Organisation : Jesuit Social Services
Location : Melbourne (Dandenong)
Work type : Full-time
Profession : Community Services
Sector : Community Development
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 14 Oct, 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 priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.
About the program
Youth Justice Community Support Service (YJCSS)
YJCSS is an integrated approach to the provision of intensive support and services to Youth Justice Clients to complement the statutory case management undertaken by Youth Justice units. This service model has been developed recognising that Youth Justice clients present with a range of complex and varied needs that require an individualised service response.
YJCSS operates over 7 days between the hours of 8.00 am and 10.30 pm. (Note: This role will predominately be 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday but capacity to work flexibly is required).
About the role
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, experienced and motivated individual to join our South East Youth Justice Programs team. You will work closely with the Coordinator and leadership team to provide; oversight of the program, support to the YJCSS team and to contribute to program development. You will work with the staff team to support practice development through supervision, mentoring and reflective practice. You will also work directly with young people and families through holding a small case load, giving you a great balance of leadership and direct client practice/engagement.
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 you
This role will suit a candidate with the following skills and experience:
- Experience in providing support, mentoring and/or supervision to staff (Essential)
- Tertiary/appropriate qualification and significant experience working effectively with young people engaged in the justice system; and particularly those experiencing substance misuse, homelessness, mental health concerns, violent or aggressive behaviours and other complex problems that may result in offending behaviour
- Experience in, and/or knowledge of, the Youth Justice and Child Protection systems, relevant Legislation, processes and procedures and the ability to establish, and maintain positive and productive working arrangements with a range of stakeholders, both Government and non-Government.
- Knowledge and experience in appropriate interventions/skills required to support people with multiple and complex needs and clear understanding of the requirements/elements of case management, intensive support, crisis intervention and outreach.
- Capacity and commitment to contribute to the wider development of Justice Programs and Jesuit Social Services.
- A practice framework that is evidence based, along with a sound knowledge of service responses and interventions that impact positively on a young person’s development.
- Ability to make timely, sound decisions about interventions required, and consult with others for the purposes of assessment and decision-making in the best interests of the young person.
How to apply
How to apply
- Upload your resume and cover letter incorporating your responses to the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description.
- For further information please contact Cameron Rock Coordinator YJCSS South East 0447 935 808
Applications close at 5.00pm on Monday 14th October
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the closing date may be subject to change without notice.
Jesuit Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexuality, disability or religious affiliation.
We strongly encourage applications from all community members including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people with a disability, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and working parents.
Jesuit Social Services is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
Please quote in application: Senior Practitioner Youth Justice Community Support Service via Pro Bono Australia.
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