PATHFINDERS

Pathfinders’ Out of Home Care Program provides a safe and nurturing environment for young people and who are in need of alternative accommodation due to being unable to live with their parents or foster carers.
We are currently looking for a Part Time ICM Youth Worker to assist with the in-home care of these young people. This position will be based in Tamworth.

The role of the ICM Youth Worker will be to work with team members to deliver Out of Home Care (OOHC) services in either a home like setting and/or supported independent living (SIL) setting to Children and Young People in care. The ICM Youth Worker will require knowledge and understanding of the issues that affect Aboriginal communities, societies and cultures in NSW. Willing to advocate on behalf of Aboriginal young people and their families in providing cultural support and provide services to Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal children, young people and families.
The ICM Youth Worker will also be required to build strong relationships with Aboriginal agencies to support and strengthen families and cultural connections.
This position is Level 4 and Pay Point 1 under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Modern Award (“the SCHDSI Award”)