Residential Care Coordinator
Job No:
19600
Location:
Hervey Bay, QLD
About the Organisation
The Integrated Family and Youth Service (IFYS) provides a range of specialist support and intervention programs for children, young people and families. Working closely with other non-government and government agencies, the organisation operates from numerous locations throughout Queensland ranging from the Gold Coast to Cairns. You can find out more by going to www.ifysgroup.com.au.
IFYS Statement of Intent:
The Integrated Family and Youth Service aims to provide opportunities in accepting environments for children, young people and families to take responsibility for their own lives and to assist them to actively participate in the community of their choice.
IFYS believes that:
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When they require assistance, children, young people and families have a right to access services and support that values flexibility, responsiveness and individual uniqueness;
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Children, young people and families deserve to be accepted in a caring and non-judgmental manner, and the right to make and learn from their mistakes;
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Children, young people and families have a right to reach their full potential and to live independently in their community of choice;
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Living independently in a community also includes acceptance of the responsibilities of a resident of that household or community.
About the Location
Hervey Bay has often been called the jewel in Queensland's crown. It is also referred to as the Whale Watch Capital of the World. A scenic 3 ½ hours drive north of Brisbane and only 45 minutes by air from Brisbane, Hervey Bay is an easily accessible destination. It has a population of approximately 53,000 residents.
Blessed with a wonderful subtropical climate, Hervey Bay is brimful of history, beauty and attractions centred around sheltered waters and some 14 kilometres of golden beaches. There is no shortage of things to do and see - from relaxation on unspoilt beaches to water sports for those visitors who are a little more adventurous. A distinct destination, Hervey Bay offers a colourful concentration of lifestyles and its waters are home to turtles, dolphins and dugongs as well as humpback whales.
About the Opportunity
Integrated Family and Youth Services has an exciting opportunity for a Residential Care Coordinator to join their team at Hervey Bay.
In this role, you will provide quality residential care, casework services and life-skill support to young people in care, aged from 12 to 17 years of age.
The Coordinator is required to participate in a rotational on-call roster and may be required to fill rostered shifts within the program when necessary.
Some of your specific responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring the delivery of quality services to clients, using client-centred and strengths-based practices;
- Monitoring and supporting day-to-day operational functions to ensure a safe, secure and young people-friendly environment;
- In consultation with the Team Leader/Manager, coordinating and supporting the work activities of paid and unpaid staff to achieve program outcomes and service standards; and
- Developing or facilitating programs and activities that meet the needs of young people on an individual and group basis.
To be successful in this role, you will require a demonstrated knowledge of procedure and policy related to the work performed by IFYS, along with the proven ability to support young people to achieve agreed goals.
You will also have outstanding time management, planning and organisational skills, as well as a high level of personal integrity with the ability to maintain professional and personal boundaries.
A relevant degree in social sciences, psychology, social work, welfare, community or youth work would be ideal, but is not essential.
However, you will require a current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain one), as well as a current Driver's Licence and a Working with Children Blue Card. In addition, you must be willing to undergo a full criminal history background check.
The successful applicant will be rewarded with an attractive training package to accompany their remuneration, which is in line with the Social and Community Services Award (Qld), Level 4, commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, salary sacrificing of up to 30% is available for permanent positions.
IFYS is committed to staff development and provides full training in its Therapeutic Crisis Intervention framework, and up to $300 per annum professional development/training grants. In addition, you will enjoy ongoing support / training and the potential to work across a number of services throughout Queensland.
This is a fantastic opportunity to fast track your career with a highly respected, community organisation, committed to providing professional development opportunities for its staff.
Best of all, you will receive the immense job satisfaction of fulfilling a vital community role - Apply Now!