Support Worker Out of Home Care

5 days ago

City of Bayside, Australia Anglicare Victoria Full time

Transport across the southern suburbs|Pool cars used|Personal vehicles are not permitted
- Minimum 3 hour shifts|Transport shifts generally 7-10am or 2-5pm
- Community and in-home support shifts|Opportunities for upskilling

**Your role**:
Shifts would likely include trips to and from school, in-community and in-home support shifts. Currently, we have a preference for afternoon availability. Weekend work is also available.

A Support Worker works with clients within the out of home care sector, they act as a positive role model in supporting children and young people to engage in pro-social activities and to assist in the development of independent life and living skills.

**_ Some of the general tasks include:_**
- Transporting young people to and from school and/or appointments,
- Working with young people to set, develop and work towards their own goals
- Supporting caregivers
- Creating positive memories for children in care
- Case notes

**About you**:

- Ability to engage well over the phone and in person
- Strong communication skills, the ability to listen and take detailed notes
- Experience or knowledge of Best Interest Principles as outlined within the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005
- A commitment to working with vulnerable children, young people and families who have experienced trauma
- We would like our support workers to have knowledge of trauma and trauma-informed care

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum Certificate IV in Community Services or Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Youth Work or similar.
- Full Victorian Drivers Licence.

Desirable:

- Diploma in Community Services, Youth Services or similar.

**The important stuff**
- Remuneration
- Hourly rate $38.65 plus 25% casual loading plus penalty rates for weekend shifts
- SCHADS award level 3
- Office location: Dandenong with outreach across the Southern region and sometimes Gippsland
- Pool cars available for use. Use of personal vehicles are not permitted.
- Step into a role that allows you to develop and improve your case management skills
- A workplace with Rainbow Tick Accreditation and DCA Inclusive Employer recognition.

**_What our people say
- “AV is an organisation where if you want to challenge yourself or explore opportunities, you don’t have to leave to do that. There are so many great people, programs and services, so it’s an organisation where you have great conditions for growth and development”._**

**Ready to take the next step**:

- Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement._

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

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

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