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Youth Worker 2 (Position is in Australia) - job post

Safe Places for Children UK
3.0 out of 5 stars
Ireland
€53,000 a year - Permanent, Full-time
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Job details

Pay

  • €53,000 a year

Job type

  • Permanent
  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • 12 hour shift
  • Overtime

Location

Ireland

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Sick pay
  • Relocation assistance
  • Additional leave
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking

Full job description

Youth Worker 2 – Australia

Full-Time Position

Visa Options: Subclass 417 Working Holiday Visa or Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa
Annual Salary: AUD $95,380
Reports To: Case Manager
Locations Available: Bunbury, Cairns, Toowoomba, Townsville

Working Hours & Shift Patterns

This is a shift-based role within a residential care setting, designed to support the needs of young people (YP).

  • Average weekly hours: 38 paid shift hours plus two sleepovers per week, averaged over a 12-week period
  • Overtime: Managed via an hours bank system, which can be paid out or taken as time in lieu, depending on operational needs
  • Typical shifts:
  • Predominantly 24-hour shifts, consisting of:
  • 16 active working hours
  • 8-hour sleepover
  • Rostering pattern:
  • Standard rosters average 5 x 24-hour shifts per fortnight
  • Averaged over an 84-day (12-week) period
  • Some shifts may be designated as support shifts, depending on the needs of the young person

Model of Care

The model of care at Safe Places for Children in Australia varies based on the individual needs of young people and departmental requirements. This may include:

  • 1:1 support (lone working)
  • 1 staff member to 2 young people
  • Other ratios based on assessed risk and care requirements

All support is delivered in accordance with organisational policies and the Integrated Practice Framework.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience (within the last 5 years) working with children and young people who display extreme challenging and pain-based behaviours within a residential, health or social care setting
  • Experience working one-to-one with young people displaying complex behaviours (residential experience preferred)
  • A relevant degree is desirable or a Minimum requirement Level 4 Diploma (or equivalent) in a related discipline
  • Ability to work shift patterns, including sleepovers, based on the needs of the service
  • Hold a full UK or Republic of Ireland driving licence for a minimum of 12 months
  • Able to obtain: International police clearance; Relevant state police and statutory checks for the Australian state of employment
  • Eligible to obtain one of the following visas: Subclass 482 – Skills in Demand (SID) Visa or Subclass 417 – Working Holiday Visa (Townsville and Toowoomba)
  • Must meet Australian Government eligibility requirements for sponsorship and potential Permanent Residency (PR). PR criteria are set by the Australian Department of Home Affairs and are subject to change.

International Recruitment Process

All applicants must complete multiple stages as part of Safe Places for Children’s International Recruitment Project.

Full details, including a breakdown of recruitment stages and FAQs, can be found at:
https://www.internationalrecruitment.org/international-recruitment-process

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking
  • Relocation assistance
  • Sick pay

Work Location: On the road

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