Support Worker

Support Worker - Casual Pool
- Multiple Locations (Casual)

**_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 08 8412 9584.**_
Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply._