Post: : Youth Development Worker
Organization:The Mt Theo Program
Location : , Northern Territory, Australia
Salary : $47k - $55k p.a. + salary sacrifice options!
Job Type : Full-time
Experience required : Any experience
Job category: Community & Support
Job Reference :46285
Job Description
Posted on : Tue Jun 04, 2013
Apply before : Thu Jul 04, 2013
About the Organisation
The Mt Theo Program was started by the Yuendumu Community in 1993 to address chronic petrol sniffing in the area. The Program now encompasses four main arms of service: the Mt Theo Outstation cultural treatment and rehabilitation program; the Jaru Pirrjirdi youth development/leadership and aftercare program incorporating the Yuendumu Youth diversionary program; the Warra Warra Kanyi (WWK) Counselling and Mentoring service; and an Outreach Program providing diversionary and media activities in Willowra, Nyirrpi and Lajamanu.
The Mt Theo Program has dedicated itself to developing strength, health, meaningful pathways and leadership in Warlpiri youth. The sustainable, and notable, success of the program is based on the support, strength and character of Warlpiri youth and their communities, and the outstanding dedication of its staff. The program was created by and for Warlpiri people, and is governed by a Committee of 62 Warlpiri people.
About the Opportunity
The Warlpiri Youth Development Aboriginal Corporation (WYDAC) has a unique opportunity for a Youth Development Worker to join the team within the Mt Theo Program - the nationally acclaimed community response to substance abuse and youth development. Based in Nyirrpi, NT, this is a full time position working 5 days per week, incorporating some after hours and weekends as required.
Reporting to the Outreach Coordinator, the local Sub Committee and WYDAC Committee, you'll be providing a program of diversionary youth and media activities responsive to the needs of the youth in the community. These programs provide a focus for building the resilience, confidence and skills of young Warlpiri men and women, to resist substance misuse and help them reach their full potential.
About the Benefits
In this highly varied role you will experience real job satisfaction every day.
For your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with attractive remuneration circa $47,000 to $55,000 (commensurate with experience and qualifications) including salary packaging with salary sacrificing to significantly increase your take home pay!
In addition, you will also benefit from fully furnished accommodation, free utilities, phone and internet allowances as well as exciting training and development opportunities including training in media skills!
Please note: Applicants must be eligible to live and work in Australia, with no restrictions.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to truly make a difference - Apply Now!
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