Support Worker

3 weeks ago

Gosford, Australia Coast Shelter Full time

**Support Worker - BASS (Bail Accommodation Support Service) Program**

Part Time

$38.42 + superannuation & salary packaging

**Life at Coast Shelter**

Coast Shelter is a leading Central Coast not for profit charity assisting families, adults and young people with complex issues arising from their experience of homelessness, abuse and neglect. Our organisation is driven by our mission to deliver innovative solutions to address homelessness, violence and poverty to achieve immediate and lasting changes.

At Coast Shelter, you’ll be joining a team of committed staff and volunteers who work to end Homelessness and Domestic and Family Violence within our community. Our people are innovative professionals who are driven to help make positive change, we are bold with ideas and operate with pace and passion.

**The Role**

Join our dedicated team at Coast Shelter as a Support Worker in the BASS (Bail Accommodation Support Service) program, where you will provide crucial support to young people aged 14-18. Your role will involve delivering flexible and responsive services. Working closely with Youth Justice NSW and other stakeholders, you will ensure these young individuals receive the necessary support to meet their bail conditions and avoid unnecessary detention. This role is pivotal in providing comprehensive care and fostering positive outcomes for vulnerable youth.

Key duties include:

- Assisting with NDIS access and supporting family restoration efforts.
- Providing court support and accompanying youth to medical appointments and assessments.
- Maintaining accurate documentation and reporting as required.
- Facilitating connection to culture and community.

This position offers an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young people, contributing to their well-being and rehabilitation within a supportive team environment.

**All About You**

You are a compassionate professional, ideally with a First Nations background, and have experience in youth work or social services. You bring valuable knowledge of court support and the juvenile justice system, understanding the unique challenges faced by young people, especially within First Nations communities. Your strong communication skills and ability to build trust and rapport are essential in this role. You are passionate about supporting young people and are dedicated to making a positive impact on their lives and futures.

We are looking for someone with:

- Tertiary Qualification, and/or minimum 3 years’ youth work experience
- Must be available for a 24/7 roster
- Strong understanding of issues facing young people, including trauma, substance use, and family violence.
- Proven ability to maintain boundaries and respond to challenging behaviours
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of local Aboriginal organisations to support the cultural needs of Aboriginal young people.

**Our Values**
- Respect
- Innovation
- Connection
- Trust

**Ways’ We Reward You**
- Competitive Remuneration Package
- Salary Packaging
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Values Driven Organisation
- Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support

If you are successful in gaining employment with Coast Shelter you must hold a NSW driver’s licence, Current First Aid Certificate, National Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check.

Coast Shelter is committed to equal employment opportunity providing a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace environment, in which everyone is treated with dignity and respect and is free from any form of discrimination, bullying or harassment.

Enquiries: Nemeesha Monaghan - People & Culture Advisor

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