Support Worker

**_This is a permanent part-time opportunity working a minimum of 21 hours per week in the local government area of Parramatta (With Inactive sleepovers and Night Shifts)_**
- **Required to work mostly Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 4pm to 11pm with inactive sleepover until 7am (sleep onsite)**:

- **Flexibility to work overnight, morning or afternoon shifts as this operates 24/7, weekends and public holidays if needed.**:

- **SCHADS Level 3.1 $37.35 per hour with salary packaging benefits up to $18,550 per year plus penalty rates, sleepover allowance, and 11.5% superannuation.**

**Roster**
Our service operates 24 hours per day, 7 days a week (7am to 3pm, 3pm to 11pm, 4pm to 11pm plus inactive sleepover until 7am, 11pm to 7am)

For more information, read the Support Worker SHS Position Description

**About the Role**

As a Support Worker, you will be working across our Homeless and Community Services (HCS) focusing on our Men’s, Women’s and Youth programs, you'll provide high-quality care and support to those facing homelessness or at risk. You'll help break the cycle of homelessness through personalized support, advocacy, and skill development.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Advocate for client choice and independence.
- Monitoring and review of case plans with the case manager
- Assist with intake and assessment of clients as well as maintaining reports or clients’ files
- Trauma-informed practice background in providing support and assistance to individuals who have experienced trauma.
- Maintain high standards of conduct and performance.
- Ensure seamless service delivery and coordinate communication.
- Actively engage in team meetings, performance management and continuous improvement.
- Adhere to Uniting's values, policies, and procedures.
- Promote a safe and inclusive working environment.
- Transport of clients when required.

**Your Qualifications & Experience**

**Qualifications**:

- **_Certificate IV (or actively working towards) _**in Community Services, Mental Health, Youth Work, or a relevant field.
- First Aid Certificate
- Driver’s License

**Experience**:

- **_2+ years of experience working with Youth, Men’s or Women’s and Children's Mental Health._**:

- Proficiency in working with vulnerable populations.
- Knowledge of best practices for Specialist Homelessness funded Services.
- Computer skills for timely and accurate client information.

**Even Better**:

- Identify and Respond to Risk of Harm training
- Cultural Awareness training
- Mental Health First Aid

**What We Offer You**
- Training from Day 1 including buddy shifts.
- $500 referral bonus can be generously rewarded for referring a friend who joins Uniting.
- Extensive opportunities and training for professional growth.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts and cash-back programs with major retailers

**Who is Uniting?**
When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders - past, present, and emerging - and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

**How to apply**

**What to expect**
Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check, Reference Checks, WWCC, Driver’s License, and First Aid Certificate.