Support Worker

4 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Anglicare North Queensland Limited Full time

Anglicare North Queensland Limited (Anglicare NQ) is a for purpose not-for-profit Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) registered charity and an independent legal entity operating as a Company Limited by Guarantee. We provide place-based human services, support community initiatives and undertake advocacy work. Our efforts are underpinned by Anglicare NQ's purpose, core values and strong commitment to the people and communities of North and Far North Queensland.

About the Role

Anglicare NQ is looking for compassionate individuals to support our QHome residential crisis accommodation services. As a Support Worker, you will provide direct services to clients, which can include a range of services and activities with clients under limited supervision either individually or as part of a team. This may include crisis intervention, and other supportive interventions. Support workers maintain accurate records of client interactions and service provision, ensuring that information is up-to-date and accessible through Anglicare North Queensland systems. Through this, your role will contribute to case planning and may result in advocacy and/or referrals to specialists or other agencies for specific services, depending on the client's needs.

To Be Successful You Will Need
  • A high level of commitment to the values of Anglicare North Queensland.
  • Prior experience assisting and encouraging clients toreachpersonal goals and positive outcomes.
  • Ability to handle crisis situations and challenging behaviors.
  • Knowledge of workplace health and safety procedures including food hygiene and manual handling.
  • Strong understanding and practice of professional boundaries.
  • Awareness and/or experience working with people experiencing mental health challenges will be highly regarded.
  • Awareness and/or experience working with people experiencing alcohol and other drug challenges.
  • Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities will be highly regarded.
  • Experience working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds will be highly regarded.
Compliance
  • A current QLD drivers licence 'Class C' or interstate equivalent
  • Blue Card (Working with children card)
  • A current national PoliceCheck (within the last 3 months)
  • Current First Aid & CPR Certifications
What We Can Offer You
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • SCHADS Crisis Accommodation Award Level 1
  • Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Access to a large variety of discounts through our HRIS benefits

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare NQ and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this. Everyone is welcome, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Click the Apply button and submit a coverletter along with your CV. Applications close Sunday 21st September, however, we may close the advertisement prior to this date in the instance a suitable candidate is found, if you think this is the job for you, please don't hesitate to submit your application.

This advert is only meant to be an overview, for all the details on what makes this such a great opportunity or to ask any questions please emailhr@anglicare.net.


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