MASP is located in Mildura, Victoria.

We're a provider of residential care, which supports children and young people who are unable to live with their families, often due to abuse and trauma.

We're recruiting a number of committed and passionate people in a casual capacity who enjoy working with youth who may display challenging behaviours, as a result of their complex trauma background.

All applicants must be willing to work as part of a team environment, have compassion and empathy and apply attachment and trauma frameworks to their work. These vacancies will suit people who are qualified, currently studying or considering studying a Cert IV or Diploma Community Services or equivalent, or a social work degree or equivalent.

Residential Care Support Workers are employed in MASP's residential care facilities and work directly with vulnerable children and young people. As well as undertaking normal household duties (such as cooking and cleaning), the Residential Care Support Workers develop constructive relationships with the clients and are required to work flexible, rostered hours.

Expected commencing salary of $44.5259 to $49.7697 per hour (depending on qualification) plus statutory superannuation. Because MASP is a non-profit organisation, you also have the option to maximise your income through salary packaging.

Essential role-specific skills, knowledge and experience​​​​

1. Relevant Certificate IV or higher, or enrolment and continuous study in relevant course.
2. Demonstrated experience and skills working with young people with challenging behaviours and social and emotional difficulties.
3. Commitment to working respectfully with individuals, communities and families.
4. Knowledge of the developmental needs of adolescents.
5. Ability to develop constructive relationships with young people.
6. Experience and motivation to work with young people and their families.
7. Ability to work flexible hours.
8. Ability to undertake normal household duties including cooking and cleaning.
9. Good written and verbal communication skills.
10. Knowledge of relevant legislative and practice frameworks.
11. Desire/capacity for ongoing professional development

Highly desirable role-specific skills, knowledge and experience

1. Experience in a not for profit / charitable organisation
2. Diploma or University level qualification

To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Jack Chirgwin, Manager Residential Services on 0429 055 537.

Apply via our online portal (www.masp.org.au/careers), making sure you include:

• Covering Letter
• Resume
• Responses to the Key Selection Criteria

Applications must be received by 5pm on Monday 5 August 2024.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance prior to commencing employment. Some applicants may be subject to additional requirements.

MASP is a Child Safe Organisation in Victoria and NSW. We are committed to meeting the highest child safety standards set by both states, and ensuring children in the Mallee region receive the best possible care and protection.

MASP is inclusive of all genders, sexualities, ethnicities, abilities, backgrounds and religions.