Melbourne City Mission are the largest provider of youth crisis accommodation in Victoria.
There are four Youth Refuges within Melbourne City Mission – Stopover; WRAP – Western Region Accommodation Program; Iramoo and Vicky's Place.
All these four supported crisis accommodation services are for young people aged 16 to 24.
About the Opportunity
Melbourne City Mission are the largest provider of youth crisis accommodation in Victoria.
There are four Youth Refuges within Melbourne City Mission – Stopover; WRAP – Western Region Accommodation Program; Iramoo and Vicky's Place.
All these four supported crisis accommodation services are for young people aged 16 to 24.
About you
We are seeking applicants who are motivated and enthusiastic about working with young people and their children.
Have a qualification in Social Work, Youth Work, or a related community services field.
Strong ability to actively and assertively engage young people with complex needs, particularly in a residential environment.
An understanding of the homelessness service system with knowledge of patterns, trends and systemic issues, and principles in working with at risk young people.
Experience in working with homeless young people through a trauma informed lens.
Ability to work shift work including sleepover shifts.
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team case managed environment.
Please refer to the position description for the full duties and key selection criteria.
Benefits of working with MCM include:
Diverse and inclusive organisation
Attractive Salary Packaging perks
Supportive learning and development environment
Culture of continuous improvement
Essential:
Assist with providing structured support,



assessment and referral to young people and their children within the program
Provide assistance to young people and their children to access appropriate accommodation options particularly youth housing, family reconciliation, private rental and public housing.
A clear understanding of working within a case management framework including client assessment and intake processes.
Screening Criteria:
National Police check
Working with Children check and NDIS Worker Screening check or ability to obtain
Valid Victorian Driver's license
Right to Work in Australia
About MCM
MCM is aninclusive and equal chance employerwith a strong commitment tosafety.MCM embraces differences because we know that diversity and inclusion help us to attract, recruit, engage and retain talented people.
We are a leading not-for profit-for-purpose organisation that offer a broad range of services in Disability, Homelessness, Palliative Care and Education.
Our commitment to Safety
MCM is committed to the safety of its clients and employees, taking a zero-tolerance approach to violence within the workplace and abuse, including child abuse and abuse of people with disability.
All employees are required to comply with the Child Safe Standards.
Our commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity of Access
At MCM we embrace our differences because we know that diversity helps us to innovate and make the biggest impact possible.
Our DEI Strategy supports and drives an inclusive workplace culture.
We embrace the learning opportunities that come with authentic commitment to equity of access for all.
We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.
Applications for this role will close on 13 August ****.
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📌 Youth Refuge Worker - Iramoo (Melbourne)
🏢 Melbourne City Mission
📍 Melbourne