Youth Worker 2 Essential Criteria and Application Form
Do You Meet the Essential Requirements?
To explore employment with Safe Places for Children Australia, you must meet the compulsory skills, qualifications, and experience outlined below. If you meet the criteria, please proceed to Apply Now for Your Opportunity to complete the application form. Please note as part of the application process, you will need to provide:
Passport
Driver’s licence
Proof of address
Relevant qualification certificate
Signed Health Declaration Form
Signed Authority to Transfer Data Form
Essential Position Requirements
Experience
You must have:
A minimum of 2 years’ experience (within the last 5 years) working with children and young people who have displayed extreme challenging and pain-based behaviours (including verbal aggression, physical aggression, and self-injury)
Experience working one-to-one with young people presenting complex behaviours
Experience within a residential setting (preferred) or a relevant health and social care environment
Qualifications
A degree-level qualification in a relevant discipline is desirable
Minimum essential requirement: Level 4 Diploma in a related discipline within health, social care, or residential care
Working Pattern Requirements
You must be able to:
Work shift patterns (approximately 5 shifts per fortnight for full-time staff)
Undertake sleepover shifts
Work flexible patterns based on the needs of the children and young people
Shift patterns will vary depending on the home and location and may include a mix of support shifts and sleepovers.
Driving Requirement
Full UK or Republic of Ireland driver’s licence
Held for a minimum of 12 months
Compliance & Checks
You must be able to:
Obtain the necessary international police checks
Meet any statutory state-based checks required in Australia
Satisfy all compliance requirements prior to travel
Visa & Right to Work Requirements
You must be eligible to obtain and hold the appropriate visa before entering Australia and have the legal right to work for Safe Places for Children Australia. Visa pathways include:
Skills in Demand (SID) 482 Visa
417 Working Holiday Visa
Eligibility for Permanent Residency (following sponsorship) will be determined in line with Australian Government immigration requirements.
Certain criteria must be met to qualify for these visa pathways, and all conditions are subject to Australian Immigration regulations.
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Ready to Apply?
If you meet the essential criteria and are ready to take the next step in your international career, click Apply Now for Your Opportunity and begin your application today.