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Child, Youth and Family Services - North West Metro and Wimmera
We work alongside young people to build coping skills and resilience to overcome life's challenges.
Helping young people to thrive.
Our programs support young people experiencing vulnerability, disadvantage and crisis.
We provide early intervention for at-risk youth to restore family unity to build trust and break the cycle of disadvantage.
We do this through:
- Youth mentoring
- School engagement program
- Summer camps
- L2P Driver Mentoring
By volunteering with us, you will become an important part of our team, helping to create positive change for people and communities.
Find out more about our programs at unitingvictas.org.au
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Where we need support
Community Wellbeing - North West Metro, Bendigo and Goulburn Murray
Every day, our services support individuals, families and communities across Victoria and Tasmania.
By volunteering with us, you will become an important part of our team, helping to create positive change for people and communities.
Find out more about our programs at unitingvictas.org.au
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Home Based Care - Western Melbourne
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
A stable and caring home is the crucial first step for many young people as they recover from the effects of trauma, abuse and neglect. Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice they need to support vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We welcome all types of carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Provide the best possible care to a child or young person
Become a foster carer
Become a foster carer
Foster care is sometimes challenging, but our carers say the rewards far outweigh the tough times.
Evidence suggests that when young people are in a stable and caring home, they begin their journey to heal.
At Uniting, our Foster Care Program provides carers with the training and advice to support the care of vulnerable children and young people in our community.
With over 100 years of experience bringing carers and children together, we'll support you in your journey to becoming a foster carer.
We are always looking for more carers. If you think you can support a child or young person, we would love to hear from you.
Training and support
We provide specialised training and ongoing assistance so you can best support the children and young people in your care.
This support includes:
Comprehensive training on parenting approaches to support healing and skill development
Ongoing support, supervision and practical assistance from a designated case worker
Access to dedicated care team
After hours on-call service 
Access to respite care for your foster child when you need some extra supportHow do I become a foster carer?
Get in touchRegister your interest and we'll give you a call about becoming a foster carer.
Attend an information sessionLearn about becoming a foster carer and receive information to help you make an informed decision.
Complete accreditationTo ensure the safety of children in care, part of the assessment will include Health Checks, National Police Check, Working with Children's Check and a Home and Environment Check.
Attend Shared Lives Victoria trainingReceive information about fostering children and child safety as well as a range of comprehensive resources to support you throughout your foster care journey.
Home visits and assessment This involves interviews with you and everyone who lives in your home. A detailed assessment report is submitted to an approval panel for review. Once accredited, we will match you with a child or young person and provide you with ongoing support.
"The reward is seeing the children blossom, get on with their lives and smiles on their faces" - Maree
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, volunteering with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria) and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement in any service or undertaking.
Op Shops
Putting people first.
Social enterprises are businesses with a social purpose. Their proceeds generate additional income for our services in local communities.
Our social enterprises include:
- Op shops - selling second hand clothing and goods
Giving back to local communities
Supporting social enterprises can be a great way to give back to your local community.
By volunteering with us, you will become an important part of our team, helping to create positive change for people and communities.
Find out more about our programs at unitingvictas.org.au
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Current Opportunities
Social Enterprises and Employment Services
Employment Services
We provide employment pathways, training, vocational opportunities and community building links for people of all ages and abilities. We match job seekers and employers with fair, meaningful employment solutions so that individuals can contribute, grow and thrive. We specialise in working with people who may have a permanent medical condition, mental health, injury or disability requiring employment aligned to their abilities.
Disability
Accessing the right supports is about being empowered through choice. We work alongside people to be independent and achieve their goals. We are a registered provider of disability services under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and take a person-centred approach to all our services. Our focus is to help people be independent, get involved with their local community, and achieve their goals.
Programs supported by Volunteers
Pathways 2 Employment Supporter - Disability Employment Services
Pathways 2 Employment Supporter/Volunteer
Pathways to Employment Supporters and Volunteers will assist our team to support young adults with disability to build their job readiness skills and confidence.
We are looking for passionate and motivated volunteers who have a genuine interest and commitment to supporting young people with disability to reach their employment goals.
We are looking for people who have patience, flexibility, resourcefulness, resilience and creativity; to work within our collaborative team.
If you have experience in the following fields: Teaching, Learning Support/Integration Aide, Youth Work, Career Development, Employment Services, Disability Services or Community Services and you're looking to share your skills we would like to hear from you.
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Locations: Broadmeadows VIC, Cranbourne VIC, Dandenong VIC, Footscray VIC, Heidelberg Heights VIC, Melton VIC, Pakenham VIC, Parkdale VIC, Sunbury VIC, Werribee VIC
Time Required
Regular - more than 6 months
Various flexible shifts available
Type of work
- Tutoring & Coaching in a training setting (Group and individual)
- Disability Support
- Individual support in a work experience setting
Training Induction and orientation along with continuous professional learning opportunities.
Reimbursement Pre-Approved role related expenses.
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria), NDIS Workers Check and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.
Uniting Early Learning
We know that children learn best while they're playing, so we're passionate about making learning exciting. We create imaginative, caring and playful learning experiences that inspire children to build positive relationships and skills for life.
Programs supported by Volunteers
Kindergarten
Nurturing confident and creative learners
Kindergarten should be a joyous experience filled with laughter, learning and exciting discoveries while preparing 3 and 4 year olds for their first year at school.
Your child will explore their sense of self and creativity in environments that are rich in art, music, numbers, and language.
Our structured learning environments pave the path to school by encouraging children to engage with their surroundings, respect other cultures, express themselves and connect with others.
Contact your local service to find out more - https://earlylearning.unitingvictas.org.au/find-a-service/
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, volunteering with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria) and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement in any service or undertaking.
Child care
Positive, supportive early learning environments lay strong foundations for children to blossom later in life.
Your child's self-confidence and resilience will grow as they explore their creativity and express their individuality while they learn, play, and have adventures with friends in our nurturing environment.
Contact your local service to find out more - https://earlylearning.unitingvictas.org.au/find-a-service/
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, volunteering with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and Working With Children Check (in Victoria) and/or Working With Vulnerable People Check (in Tasmania) prior to commencement in any service or undertaking.
