Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia Centacare Full time

Support young women who are pregnant or parenting in 24/7 accommodation and outreach programs at
Fullarton, Morphett Vale, Blair Athol locations,
and young people experiencing homelessness in
Elizabeth South.

The Role


The Support Worker will have the opportunity to work across various 24/7 accommodation programs which provide support to young people in a therapeutic environment.


The programs (sites) are listed below:

Carlow Place:

Support and emergency and medium to long term accommodation for young people aged 15-17 who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.


Coolock House and Malvern Place:

Support and accommodation to young women up to the age of 25 who are pregnant and/or parenting and are homeless or at risk of homelessness.


Hannah Place and Louise Place:

Support and accommodation to young women up to the age of 18 who are pregnant and/or parenting and are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Support Workers will be rostered to shifts in programs where their skills best suit program requirements.

See attached Position Description for full details.

What you need to bring

  • Minimum Certificate IV in Community Services or equivalent
  • Minimum 1 year of experience working with young people in the areas of homelessness, mental health, youth justice, homelessness, pregnancy, drug and alcohol misuse or similar
  • Must complete a Psychological Assessment and attain a suitable outcome in line with the Children and Young People Safety Act 2017 (essential for Carlow Place, Louise Place & Hannah Place).
  • Valid First Aid & CPR Certificates
  • Valid Driver's Licence
  • Must be willing and available to work across a 24/7 rotating roster which includes weekends, public holidays, & overnight sleepovers.
  • Valid Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check.
  • Willingness and ability to travel to various work sites in the Adelaide metro region
  • Experience using H2H data management system and Penelope electronic management system is desirable

What's in it for you

  • SCHCADS Award 2010 Crisis Accommodation Level 1 $36 per hour + super
  • Generous salary packaging to help increase your take home pay
  • Meal and entertainment card option available
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Health insurance discounts with Bupa

Who we are


Each year, we support more than 30,000 people through community services in metropolitan and regional South Australia, operating within a strong ethical framework.

We are client focused and provide support regardless of race, economic circumstance, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious belief or ethnic background.

Centacare is a Child Safe, Quality Accredited Organisation and is a registered NDIS provider. We value the uniqueness of individuals, we consult, collaborate and operate with integrity and professionalism. Centacare is committed to cultivating a harmonious workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Equal opportunity principles align with our mission, vision and values.

We believe that treating our workers fairly has a positive impact on our clients and maintains our reputation as a great place to work.

To learn more about us, click on the video Centacare Catholic Family Services - Our Story

How to Apply
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Tracy Ingram, Manager, on

**Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

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