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About Us:

At Anglicare Victoria our focus is on transforming the futures of children and young people, families and adults. Our work is based on three guiding pillars, Prevent, Protect, Empower. We offer a comprehensive network of services and seek to ensure the provision of high quality services that will bring about significant improvements in the life experience of the young people, children and families/caregivers with whom we work.

To Be Successful in this Position You Will Need:

• Certificate IV in Community Services or Child, Youth and Family Intervention or Youth Work or similar
• Full Victorian Drivers Licence
• An understanding of the impact of violence on families and resilience to work with and support clients who have been exposed to trauma.
• Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively and sensitively with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds, particularly in crisis and/or challenging situations – using a non-judgemental approach and a commitment to social justice principles.
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills when working under pressure combined with the ability to work independently and co-operatively within a team structure.
• Ability to work flexibily. We require candidates willing and able to work shifts both within and outside normal business hours on weeknights and/or weekends.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position you will need to complete the online application. You will be requested to attach your resume and your responses to the Key Selection Criteria as separate documents.

Applications close Friday 20th of November

For further information please contact Jacquie Booth on 0458 400 402

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement.

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this. Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.