2446 Cultural Mentor Officer Identified
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The Cultural Mentor Officer is responsible for the provision of day to day to support of at risk vulnerable youth. The position will demonstrate strategies for young people to address behaviours build and strengthen family and community connections and work to achieve a sense of belonging.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Advocate and work towards achieving the best outcomes for young people and their families
Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients nurturing and supporting clients to engage while assisting in the development of their skills
Develop cultural plans for children and young people
Regularly review and update case plans and record actions in Supported Residential Services (SRS)
Participate in conducting strengths needs assessment
Provide information advice and support for young people
Maintain necessary client and operational information including logbooks and case notes daily
Ensure secure management of all program files and compliance with applicable privacy legislation and policies
Assess and monitor client needs identify risks and areas of strengths
Provide the Manager/Practice Lead with all relevant data and information regarding service delivery as required
Demonstrate positive behaviours to young people and their families
Identify Safe and appropriate family connections for young people
Build and support families and carers capabilities and connections using a culturally holistic case management approach
Ensure effective case liaison with the Department of Child Safety / Youth Justice
Identify safe and appropriate cultural connections for Young People
Build culture community and language with young people
Undertake case load management which may include complexity of case requiring more intensive intervention
Advocate for the provision of appropriate services for the young person
Develop productive working relationships with relevant agency staff Queensland Police Service Youth Justice
Liaise with the Practice Lead in relation to all client related matters including client needs engagement issues observations or concerns
Deliver leadership through role modelling and reinforcement of positive behaviours
Hold a small caseload
Support carers with family contact to ensure meaningful family connections
Required Qualifications and Experience
Relevant qualifications (Cert IV in Child and/or Youth Community Services Human Services or Behavioural Science e.g. Certificate III level and ability or willingness to obtain
Demonstrated experience in working in foster care childcare services human services or social care environments
Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills
Hope and Healing Certification or willingness to obtain
Current First Aid and CPR certificate
Proven strong communication consultation negotiation and interpersonal skills to work effectively with Child Safety Services Foster Carers Youth and other key stakeholders
Demonstrated abilities in problem solving and conflict resolution with reference to management of emotional responses for all parties involved in the process
Ability to work autonomously and contribute to effective outcomes within a team
Competent in the use of Microsoft Suite of applications
Knowledge and understanding of the Child Protection Act particularly in relation to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the child protection system
A cultural awareness of the issues impacting young people
Required Licenses and Checks
Ability to pass a National Police Check no Serious/Criminal/Court Records
Current Blue Card (PAID Queenslands Working with Children Check)
Current C Class Drivers Licence (Qld)
Ability to obtain LCS2 application for Child Safety and Personal History Screening
Proof of qualifications and current registration (as appropriate) are to be provided prior to commencement of employment
Conditions and Benefits of the Position
TAIHS provides access to an employee assistance program and access to learning and development opportunities. Your employment experience with TAIHS will include worklife balance with competitive salary and benefits leave entitlements career progression opportunities and the chance to make a difference to the people and communities.
TAIHS is committed to building an inclusive culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity. The position involves working with a multicultural organisation where the majority of employees clients and stakeholders identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Employees demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people communicate effectively and empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
TAIHS acknowledges that we respectfully journey together to aspire to be a culturally capable organisation. We are an inclusive equal employment opportunity employer and place value on our diverse workforce. We encourage applicants representing all genders ethnicities ages languages sexual orientations people with a disability and those with family responsibilities to apply.
To Apply:
Please visit the TAIHS Careers Page for more information and to view the Position Description at: must submit the below documentation;
- CV/Resume
- One page cover letter detailing how you will achieve success in the position
Applications Close: Wednesday 06 November 2024 at 5:00pm
Email: Website: IS AN IDENTIFIED ROLE FOR INDIGENOUS AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLE.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
