Support Worker

Ruah aims to promote measures to achieve equality. Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act applies to this role.

Our mission is open hearts and bold strides.

About the role:

We are recruiting a Support Worker to work within our Ruah Engagement Hub. The hours of work are 38 hours per week. This is a permanent position.

The Support Worker role is required to provide a range of support interventions within a developmental framework that enables clients to address their needs. Supported by the Team Lead, you will play an important role in improving the health and social wellbeing, housing, quality of life of clients, maximising self-management, independence, and participation in the community.

The role provides support, engagement, and assertive interventions to clients to assist them in improving their mental health, general health, and social wellbeing, accessing and maintaining housing, improving their quality of life, maximising self-management, independence, and participation in the community. Working at the Ruah Centre in Northbridge, you will be supporting drop-in clients daily with the ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment. No day is ever the same at the Centre, and the work we do ensures our clients are best supported by our awesome staff

Who are we looking for?

It is expected that the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following:

- Completion of a relevant qualification in Mental Health or Community Services (Certificate III or IV), and relevant work experience.
- Ability to engage with individuals within different levels of needs and build and maintain a professional relationship.
- Ability to work independently and contribute to the functioning of the team.
- Ability to model positive behaviours, emotional maturity, coping skills, and resilience.
- Good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
- Understanding of basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and client reporting system.
- Willingness and ability to work within and contribute to the vision, mission, core values, and the guiding principles of the organisation.
- Knowledge and understanding of diversity, gender, and social inclusion, particularly Aboriginal culture.

What do we offer?

- An opportunity to work with a passionate and highly skilled team.
- A chance to work alongside supportive human beings who genuinely want the best for you and your career.
- A salary of level 2 of the SCHADS award $63,851 - $69,659 per annum.
- Salary packaging, 5 weeks annual leave, leave loading.
- Our technology is pretty awesome.
- 16 weeks paid parental leave, with flexibility to take at 32 weeks half-pay (uniquely, new staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months' service).
- 10 days paid family and domestic violence leave.
- Salary packaging up to $15,900.
- Annual leave loading of 17.5% (for award-based staff).
- Flexible working hours and office locations (if applicable).
- An extensive learning and development program.
- Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community such as participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation and much much more

How to apply

If you are interested in this position, please click apply at the top of the page.

Closing date for applications: Monday, 4pm, 27 May 2024

Ruah has a zero tolerance against child abuse and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and their right to feel safe and be safe across all areas of our organisation.

We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, we need people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right.

Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.

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