Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS807187
This is an eight (8) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 2, 2023
Are you passionate about supporting students at risk?
The Armadale Youth & Community Services Hub is an exciting initiative that seeks to maximise opportunities for vulnerable young people in the local Armadale-Kelmscott-Byford region. These young people may have been affected by a number of external factors (such as family circumstances, poverty, health, cultural differences or disengagement) and require additional support to improve their attendance, behaviour and wellbeing. The Youth & Community Services Hub attracts referrals of young people across multiple local secondary schools, including:
Social Workers provide support such as mental health support, social services, sourcing temporary accommodation, parenting support, life skills training and specialist health services. As a Social Worker within this unique context, the successful applicant will actively participate and contribute to the development of a positive culture aimed towards providing appropriate services for young people and their family; which could include completing assessments, planning and implementing intervention programs as well as providing opportunities for success.
In conjunction with the Program Coordinator, Social Workers within the Youth & Community Services Hub undertake assessment of referred students, preparing plans and completing social work intervention with young people and their families. They should work flexibly within changing environments using a well-developed understanding of trauma-informed models of care to provide targeted support, acting as a link between the young person and other appropriate agencies within the community. With an effective case management mindset, Social Workers develop appropriate support plans for young people that have complex needs.
A key aspect of this role is providing outreach support to vulnerable young people. Social Workers aim to support their young people in a range of environments by developing innovative solutions to their problems and by providing access to appropriate social services. As such, the successful applicant will ideally have a strong ability to build and maintain rapport with the people they work with; building trust through the use of open communication; and adapting methods of engagement to meet their individual needs.
Social Workers within the Youth & Community Services Hub have an authentic desire to support young people who may be at risk. We are seeking applicants who ideally have the ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team, delivering a high standard of evidence-based care to all clients. As the Youth & Community Services Hub attracts referrals from five local secondary schools, the successful applicant should have excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, young people and the wider community.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):
- Sound verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Strong conceptual and analytical skills with the ability to identify and clarify issues and problems and generate strategies to address them
- Knowledge of school systems and operations and skills in working with a multi-disciplinary team setting.
- Skills and experience working with children and families.
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Further information about Armadale Senior High School can be found by visiting ashs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.
Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here
For further job related information:
Please contact Alison Wells, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9497 6400 or emailing Alison.Wells@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
Your application should include:
- A four (4) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.
It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
Eligibility and training requirements
Employees will be required to:
- Possess a degree in Social Work and be eligible for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers;
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment;
- Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy;
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment;
- Complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course; and
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Wednesday, 22 March 2023.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
