Support Worker

5 hours ago

Surry Hills, Australia The Salvation Army Full time

Number of Positions Available:

1

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.  We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better.  It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.  

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army Australia’s Homelessness Stream provides high-quality, person-centred services to people at risk, and or experiencing homelessness. We support adults and families, including accompanying children with accommodation, case management, outreach support, financial assistance, connection and referral to other specialist services.

Foster House offers a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment to some of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people experiencing homelessness in the inner city of Sydney. The service supports fifty single men in a residential setting.

About the role

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Support Worker to support clients to identify and build upon their ability to function independently.

Reporting to the Residential Support Team Leader, this is a permanent, part-time (37.25 hours per week) position based in Surry Hills, NSW. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS Crisis Award Level 1.

Please note that this is a service-based role that could include 24-hour shift work (Days, afternoon, nights and weekends, public holidays).

You will successfully

  • Work alongside the Case Management Team to identify, action and respond to client needs as required.

  • Support clients to build upon their living skills and engage in capacity building.

  • Create a safe space for anyone that presents seeking support/ assistance.

  • Complete reports for incidents, near misses and following policies and procedures to address potential high-risk situations and other work hazards,

  • Identify service gaps and risks, make recommendations for service delivery to the Leadership Team

  • Participate in ongoing professional and skill development to enhance service delivery and practice .

You will have

  • Minimum Cert IV in Community Services.

  • A current NSW Employee Working with Children Check.

  • A current First Aid Certificate.

  • A NSW Driver Licence (desirable).

  • Good oral and written communication skills

  • Understanding of Trauma Informed Care Framework (desirable).

What we offer 

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as; 

  • NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650) 

  • Flexible working conditions 

  • Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits 

  • Paid parental leave - 12 weeks 

  • Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme  

  • Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity 

  • Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes  

  • Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service; 

  • Opportunity for career development; 

  • An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members 

  • Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution.

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