Therapeutic Support Worker

1 week ago


Mount Barker, Australia Junction Australia Full time

**_Therapeutic Support Workers_**

**Northern, Southern and Mt Barker Locations**:
**SCHaDS Crisis Accommodation Employee Level 1**

**_ Are you currently studying, nearly completed your degree or certificate? We would love to hear from you_**

**_ Join our vibrant and committed team providing innovative therapeutic services that allow our young people to thrive._**

**_ Expand your skills and experience while contributing to a brighter future for others_**

**_ Enjoy an excellent working environment with continued support and encouragement_**

**About Us**:
We are a growing and innovative social enterprise supporting around 10,000 South Australians each year through housing and community services. Together, we are committed to effecting long-term positive change for those we work with and the communities we work in.

Together, we are improving lives and building strong, resilient, and connected communities.

**Meet some of our amazing staff** **here**

**The Opportunity**:
Junction_ _is always seeking future talent to join our Therapeutic Support Team_ _in our northern or southern Adelaide houses. Harnessing your knowledge, skills, and passion, you will be responsible for guiding our young people to improve their confidence and self-esteem by promoting positive attitudes and lifestyle choices.

The best part of this role is the ability for you to come in and really create a strong sense of home for our young people, assisting them in developing social and living skills and celebrating their successes along the way. You will get to plan daily activities, working closely with clients, while also liaising with government and non-government agencies as well as members of the community to advocate for continued access and support for activities and services.

A day in this role may include:

- Facilitating client participation in a range of educational and recreational activities to enhance their physical, social, emotional and intellectual development;
- Producing accurate case notes, interaction records, log entries, Client Incident Reports, and plans;
- Maintaining the property in a clean and hygienic manner; and
- Planning and preparing meals for children and young people in line with healthy food choices and safe food-handling requirements.

**Opportunities offer an incredible learning base for you to start and grow your career in Child Protection in a rewarding environment with Junction.**

**About you**:
We are seeking a highly passionate professional who:

- Holds an certificate IV in Youth Work, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Community Services or equivalent (or working towards)
- Has demonstrated experience in responding to trauma-related behaviours
- Has the ability to work across 24/7 roster and undertake passive (sleepover) and active night shifts
- A sound interpersonal skills to effectively engage and establish rapport with clients, staff, and external agencies

**What we offer**:

- Values-driven culture
- Generous salary sacrifice benefits
- 5 weeks of annual leave
- Great professional development opportunities
- A You are Amazing Day - an extra day of leave to spend however you want
- A supportive, flexible work environment with paid parental leave and a strong focus on staff wellbeing
- Access to wholesale prices on selected products at Harvey Norman

**You will need to**:

- Undergo pre-employment testing as part of the recruitment process which will include psychological assessments
- **Hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC)**:

- **Hold a current Senior First Aid Certificate**:

- **Hold a current Safe Environments Certificate**:

- **Hold a current unencumbered Australian driver’s licence and be willing to drive**:

- Be prepared to undertake Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training within 6 months of commencing with Junction
- Junction is committed to ensuring that our workplace is safe and free from known risks to the health and safety of employees, volunteers, students, and people we work with. Due to the nature of our services, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to being appointed to the role._

**How to register your interest for upcoming positions**:
To register your interest, please fill out the questions below. On the following page, you'll be asked to add your resume and cover letter, please make sure you have this ready before you apply.

Please also upload copies of relevant qualifications and certifications including working with children check, safe environments, first aid, and your driver's licence.

You will be notified if shortlisted and contacted once we have a vacancy or upcoming group assessment.

The position description is available by clicking here or_ _for further confidential inquiries contact one of our Human Resource Business Partners, Julie Thinagaran or Anna Wilkes on 08 8210 7000.



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