Applicant Information Package
Youth Hope Case Worker
Part Time
30 hrs (4 days per week)
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
Friday 4th Aug 2017
About the employer…
Bridging the Gap is a multi-disciplinary service with a strong focus on supporting young people and their families. It has been working with children, youth and families for over 30 years to overcome the effects of trauma. Being an independent, not-for-profit, Christian organisation, it is paramount all staff abide by Bridging the Gap’s values. The organisation has a friendly and professional team environment with a mission to build hope in those who are struggling, to offer dignity and respect to all, and to build resilience in our community.
You can find more information on their website:
www.btg.org.au
Some of the great benefits provided to employees…
· Supportive work environment
· Regular Clinical supervision
· Generous Salary Packaging Options
· Mileage allowance
About the Position…
In the Youth Hope Program, this position works alongside vulnerable young people aged 9-15 and their families addressing child safety issues.
Position Details…
Location: St Marys, NSW
Hours per week: 30 hours per week in total
No. days per week: 4 days per week
Days of work: The successful applicable will be able to discuss the days they are available to work.
Term: Permanent Part Time
Award Coverage: Salary and conditions of employment will be as described in the NSW SCHADS Award.
Salary: Salary will be at Level 5. The exact Level and Pay point to be determined with successful applicant dependant on experience etc.
Positions available: There is 1 vacant position being advertised.
Travel: Pool cars are provided, however from time to time employees will need to use their own car so the successful applicant will need to hold a current driver’s license and have access to a comprehensively insured car. In the case of using their own car, the employee will be reimbursed for the mileage according to the SCHADS Award.
Probationary Period…
A six-month probationary period applies to all positions at Bridging the Gap from the date of appointment. A probationary review will be conducted prior to conclusion of this period.
How to Apply…
To apply for this role please note the following:
· Applications will only be considered if the Applicant has addressed each of the Essential & Desirable criteria as mentioned in the advertisement. To assist you, please utilise Attachment 1. Either print and handwrite on the form or type into Attachment 1 directly from your computer and attach it in an email.
· If providing photocopies make sure they are clear / easy to read
· Your resume should outline previous work history in chronological order starting from the most recent position, together with a brief description of the duties associated. It should also outline your education and training and, a good guide is to keep it to 3-4 pages maximum.
· Ensure your application is submitted prior to the closing date
Application Checklist…
When submitting your application please ensure you have enclosed the following:
ð Response to Selection Criteria Form (attachment 1 following)
ð Your resume (including details of when and how we can contact you)
ð And a covering letter if you wish
When you have all these prepared, send it to the following email address:
Attachment 1
Response to selection criteria form
To assist you in completing this form…
þ Tell us about any relevant work experience, qualifications, skills and/or knowledge you have that are relevant to this position
þ The most recent the information, the better. Try to provide detail about duties performed most recently and avoid including information not relevant to this position you are applying for
þ Remember to tell us about both direct experience / skills (i.e.: from the same types of work) as well as experience and experience you may have gained from other places
þ It is good to give specific examples of what you know, where you learnt it and to give concrete examples of how you have applied it in the past (e.g: where/how you’ve used these skills before)
þ Try to give different examples to each criteria that show how you meet them rather than repeating the same information/examples
Your Name:Job Reference: / 008BTG – Youth Hope Case Worker
Essential:
Please detail your experience in case management, including developing case summaries and completing Child Protection reports.What experience do you have in completing youth-focused assessments that involve the identification and analysis of safety and wellbeing concerns for the Child or Young Person?
Briefly outline your knowledge of issues relating to:
· Family Violence
· Parental Drug and Alcohol Misuse
· Parenting Skills / · Child Behaviour Management
· Learning Difficulties
· Parental Mental Health and Social Isolation
What qualification(s) do you hold in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology or related field(s)?
How many years’ experience do you have working with vulnerable children?
Please tell us about your ability to work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, organisations and communities.
Please explain how you ensure effective communication (both written and verbal) in the workplace.
Please describe how you would rate your computer and typing skills, including experience in managing electronic files and databases.
Please tell us about your ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Do you hold a current NSW or National driver’s licence and access to comprehensively insured vehicle? (Yes or No)
Do you hold a current NSW Working with Children Check clearance? (Please provide the clearance number and expiry date)
Desirable:
Please tell us about your experience using Structured Decision Making assessment tools.In telling us about your organisational skills, please give a few example of strategies to you employ in your work to keep you organised.
What is your understanding of family systems theory?
What is your knowledge of the Youth and Family Support sector in the Penrith LGA?
This role may require occasional work after hours. Can you tell us about your flexibility in hours?
BTG is a Christian organisation that stays true to these values. It is therefore important all BTG staff have a willingness to work within the Mission, Vision & Values of the organisation. Can you tell us which, if any of the organisation’s Mission, Vision & Values align with your own.
Document written by Total Workforce Services www.totalworkforceservices.com.au