<p><strong>Youth Worker </strong></p><p>The newly named Saints College* - Ballarat Campus, currently St Joseph’s School, is seeking an experienced Youth Workers to join their school community. </p><p>Since 2012, we have led the way in radically inclusive education, supporting students with diverse challenges. We are an inclusive school for 12–25-year-olds seeking an alternative to mainstream education. Our environment celebrates all abilities and backgrounds, providing transformative learning experiences catering to individual needs. </p><p>We operate multiple campuses located in North Melbourne, Geelong, Colac, Ballarat, and a dual engagement virtual learning campus, BlendED. In 2025, we will expand our offerings with the opening of three new campuses in Fitzroy North, Sunshine, and Bungaree, as part of our growth strategy to establish additional campuses in the future. </p><p>The young people we serve often face significant and complex educational, social, developmental, psychological, health, legal, or familial challenges, which demand unique interventions. Our approach is grounded in the Operation by Principles framework, which combines education with an understanding of trauma-informed practices. </p><p>The Ballarat Campus is the newest addition to St. Joseph’s school network, having opened its doors to young people in 2024. Situated within an educational facility steeped in history, School House 34 has been rejuvenated to accommodate 120 young people from the Ballarat region. Currently, the campus has a full cohort with a significant waiting list for students from Ballarat and surrounding areas. </p><p>Ballarat boasts well-equipped music rooms, art facilities, and a burgeoning woodwork space. The community comprises a diverse range of young individuals, and the programs offered are tailored to meet each student’s unique needs. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to engage with the expansive outdoor spaces and facilities at the nearby Bungaree Campus, enriching their learning experience through outdoor education and nature-based activities. </p><p><strong>The Role:</strong></p><p>We are looking for 2 x full time Youth Workers to join our team, based at the Ballarat campus.</p><p>You will be employed on an ongoing basis, commencing ASAP , and will be employed under the Catholic Education Multi Enterprise Agreement 2022.</p><p><strong>You will need:</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to commit to and work within our Operating Principles; <strong>Respect, Participation, Safe and Legal and Honesty</strong> </li><li>Tertiary Qualification in Youth Work, Social Work, Psychology and Behavioural Science and/or equivalent experience </li><li>Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check and provide a National Police Check certificate (issued within the last six months) </li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to successfully communicate with a range of people </li><li>Demonstrated commitment to contributing to a positive team environment </li><li>The ability to inspire and engage young people </li><li>Be willing to support young people and our team members to reach their potential  </li></ul><p>Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity. </p><p><strong>To Apply:</strong></p><p>Please visit our website, learn about our work, and review the position information in Employment Opportunities at www.stjosephs.vic.edu.au/careers.</p><ul><li>Forward your application to recruitment&#64;stjosephs.vic.edu.au and include:</li><li>A letter of introduction and a one-page response to the duties and responsibilities listed in the position description and how you would meet them;</li><li>A current curriculum vitae outlining previous experience and skills;</li><li>Two referees (including contact details). Please include a referee from current or most recent place of employment, if this is a school it needs to be the principal.</li></ul><p><strong>For further information contact:</strong> Troy Strybosh (Campus Principal) on 0448 807 615.</p><p>Applications will be considered as they are received.</p><p>St Joseph’s Schools are a Catholic School in the Edmund Rice tradition and are recognised as a leading organisation for the provision of educational and social inclusion programs for disenfranchised young people.</p><p>All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA’s commitment to child protection policies and procedures. Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Please review the Information Collection Notice on our website for details about how we manage your employment application information.</p><p>St Joseph’s is a child safe environment. St Joseph&#39;s is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and participation of all children and young people under our care. All school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards MO1359. All employees abide by the Child Safety Code of Conduct available at: Child Safe Standards: Policy | StJosephs.vic.edu.au</p>