Young Men’s Project Officer – Arabic Language #1138-6

Do you want to work in one of Australia’s leading organisations providing treatment and rehabilitation to torture and trauma survivors; that’s quality focused, diverse & committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people in communities?

Come & join us!

The Organisation

"STARTTS is a not-for-profit Affiliated Health Organisation focused on providing a broad range of services to refugees in NSW. The focus of STARTTS approach is on building capacity and empowering people and communities to take control over their own lives, using a strengths-based approach and building on individual, family, community and cultural strengths."

THE ROLE

This position will support young (12 to 25 years) male Arabic speaking clients with a range of issues and challenges, including education, emotional and social well-being. Activities will include case management, peer support, information sessions, art-based activities, site visits for further employment and education, sporting and recreational activities, and programs to foster positive social skills and mental health.

Perks and Benefits

• Employment with attractive leave entitlements including 14 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks annual leave and paid Accrued Day Off (ADO) (full-time employees only) and other entitlements.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay.
• Great education opportunities through our Training department.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
• Flexible hybrid work.

Enquiries: Lina Ishu; Youth Program Team Leader (02) 9646 6700

Work Type: Full-time; 38 hours per week Contract up to 30 June 2026 (continuation subject to ongoing funding)

Location: Carramar

Salary: Health Education Officer or other relevant classification based on qualifications, experience,and requirements of the role. A generous salary packaging scheme is also offered.

Vaccination Requirement: Category A

Details

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Essential Criteria

1. Qualifications in community, youth work, community development, sport and recreation or equivalent extensive experience in this area.
2. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with schools, service providers, agencies, community groups and other stakeholders to plan and deliver effective programs that respond to youth identified needs within a multi-cultural context.
3. Understanding of the effects of torture and trauma on young people, their families, and communities and its impact on resettlement in Australian context.
4. Demonstrated group facilitation skills and youth related social and recreation group program to refugee young people.
5. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in supporting Arabic-speaking young people and fostering meaningful engagement with their diverse cultural communities.
6. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within a multicultural environment including consultation and negotiation skills.
7. Current First Aid Certificate, and NSW driver’s license.

Desirable Criteria

1. Bi-lingual in a community language relevant to refugee communities living in NSW

VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS

*This role is a Category A role. It is mandatory for Category A workers to meet and maintain the vaccination criteria (as per the current NSW Health and STARTTS policies).

Vaccination and/or assessment is required for Category A workers for the following transmissible diseases – measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella (chickenpox), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), influenza and tuberculosis.

COVID19 vaccination is strongly recommended, but not a requirement for employment.

If successful you must provide evidence of vaccination and/or assessment.

Should you not be able to comply with vaccination requirements before your commencement date, the offer of employment may be withdrawn.

If you have a medical reason for why you cannot be vaccinated, a medical contraindication evidence will be required.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible.

1. Complete a https://www.startts.org.au/jobs/employment-application-form/
2. Write a Statement Against the Selection Criteria outlining how you meet the selection criteria (see the guide “How to apply for a job at STARTTS”)
3. Submit an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) 
4. Provide copies of relevant Qualifications if applicable (overseas qualification must be assessed by an appropriate Australian body to be considered)
5. Statements of Service from previous relevant roles (if applicable, please ask us for a sample)
6. A cover letter is optional.
7. Email your application and supporting documents to: STTS-Jobs@health.nsw.gov.au

Closing date: Friday January 10, 2024

NB: Depending on the role, if appointed, you may need a current ‘NSW Working With Children Check’ clearance, follow this link for information on how to apply of your check: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check/applicant

NSW STARTTS