Senior Youth Enagagement Officer

•  Berrimah location, Full Time
• Have a real impact on the health and wellbeing of our Indigenous communities
• Lead a down to earth team, dedicated to what we do

We have a great opportunity for a dedicated and [experienced] Senior Youth Engagement Officer to join our Community Services team. Take on an important role where you’ll improve the health and wellbeing of Indigenous Australians by reaching out to the community and promoting better health choices. We’ll provide great learning opportunities, giving you the chance to grow your skills and progress your career.

About Us:

Established in 1991, Danila Dilba Health Service is a community organisation providing comprehensive primary health care to Biluru communities in the Yilli Rreung Region of the Northern Territory. We aim to improve the physical, mental, spiritual, cultural and social wellbeing of our clients through innovative comprehensive programs based on principles of equity, access, empowerment, determination and collaboration.

 About the program:

The Youth Social Support Program (YSSP) seeks to provide a range of programs and activities, skills and tools to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth in order to assist and address the issues that impact on their emotional and social situations. The committed to developing and delivering culturally safe, responsive programs that develop confidence and self-esteem, promote healthy lifestyles and encourage youth participation.

About the role:

The successful candidate will lead a small team and will be responsible for the operations and activities of the Youth Social Support Program. The position will coordinate and deliver activities and programs aimed at Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth, including (but not limited to) support and advocacy, case management, therapeutic activities and social support programs.

You’ll IMPACT the community, helping close the gap in Indigenous healthcare and wellbeing, one helping hand at a time.

You’ll be PROUD, both of the work you do and who you work for.

You’ll work with a TEAM, alongside people who are down to earth and truly dedicated to what we do.

You’ll EXPERIENCE and learn something new every day through the variety of your role.

You’ll embrace the OPPORTUNITY to progress your career - follow your path at Danila Dilba.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning, developing and implementing programs and activities that are culturally safe and responsive to the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth, including youth in contact with the justice system
• Effectively engage with Indigenous young people to build positive relationships
• Advocate on clients behalf and assist them in resolving issues affecting them, particularly in the detention setting
• Establish links and develop relationships with youth sector agencies to complement and enhance YSSP programs and activities.
• Participate in relevant policy development, project work and service evaluation.

Are you the right person?

The successful candidate will:

• Be able to demonstrate awareness of, and sensitivity to Aboriginal culture and history and have a working knowledge of issues impacting on Aboriginal children and families, in particular those who have come into contact with the youth justice and child protection systems. 
• Have demonstrated leadership and organisational abilities to understand and manage budget and people matters relevant to the operation of the program
• Have high level communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to liaise with people from different cultures and social backgrounds
• Demonstrated knowledge of current issues, standards and trends in the delivery of mental health and social and emotional wellbeing services to Aboriginal people

We want you to be proud of both the work you do and of who you work for! Follow your path at Danila Dilba - where every person matters.

Interested?

For further information please contact Joseph Knuth (Manager, Community Services) on 0417 404 419 or at Joseph.Knuth@ddhs.org.au

Applications close: 18 November 2019

How to apply:

All applicants must apply via the DDHS online portal (link below). Applications must include:

• 1-2 page cover letter addressing the selection criteria (see position description)
• current resume

Appointment Factors:

• Must hold a current Drivers Licence
• Be willing to undergo a Police Clearance
• Be able to obtain a Working with Children's Clearance (Ochre Card)
• ability to obtain approval to work in the youth detention setting