At ACSO, we look for people who believe in second chances, who share our values and are passionate about supporting forensic clients to re integrate back into the community. If this sounds like you, read on!

What ACSO can offer you

• Casual positions available. Bendigo locations!
• $40.80 hourly rate (inclusive of 25% casual loading)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Wellbeing initiatives such as free flu vaccines, Employee Assistance Program and Reward and Recognition Program
• Shifts available across a 24/7 roster - work flexibly!
• Supportive, positive and innovative culture

About Us

The Australian Community Support Organisation (ACSO) is a vibrant, values driven NFP, focused on partnering with Government and the community to co-design services that create real social change. We are an organisation with a bold vision to create a safe and inclusive community where prison truly is the last resort. Our purpose is to strengthen the wellbeing of our communities by advocating for and delivering services which divert people away from the justice system.

The Australian Community Support Organisation recognises the right to a safe and inclusive service without bias. ACSO is committed to the equitable treatment of its participants, employees and partners. We believe in humanity and celebrating the diverse voices of our community through leadership, practice and policy design, to honour and embrace diverse traditions, cultures and experiences of those we support and work alongside.

About the role

Our forensic residential programs aim to deliver lifestyle and skills support for clients and support clinical intervention and treatment programs. The support provided involves helping adults who have a disability and an offending background to develop life skills, implementing treatment strategies and facilitating meaningful engagement in activities and opportunities to improve quality of life, reduce the risk of reoffending, and increase opportunities for community reintegration.

The Forensic Residential Worker is a varied role that will require you to adapt to the individual requirements of each clients' needs. In this role you will also be required to maintain case notes and associated administration, establish relationships and build community service networks to support role delivery. The forensic residential facilities require continuous shift work 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, on rostered shifts. These shifts can involve a combination of morning, afternoon and night shifts, including weekends and public holidays. Due to the nature of shift work, the ability to convey important information to co-workers at the end of each shift, and to work as part of a team is critical.

Positions are available across our two houses in Bendigo. Please note, due to the client group, for one of the houses we are seeking male staff only.*

What we're looking for?

• Preferably a diploma qualification in a relevant discipline, and/or at least 1 years' equivalent relevant experience
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with assertiveness and confidence working with people who demonstrate challenging behaviours
• Experience in residential care settings
• Ability to build positive relationships and communicate with people of diverse backgrounds and abilities
• Demonstrated capacity to work flexibly, possess the ability to manage competing demands, and able to effectively set boundaries and limits where required
• An extensive background working with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people will be highly regarded.

Please note, as ACSO is an NDIS provider, the successful candidate must hold an NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance before they commence employment in this position.

To apply and view the position description (PD), please head over to our careers website and upload your resume, cover letter and a separate document outlining your responses to the key selection criteria (found in the PD), along with any other documents to support your application.

*ACSO considers that the requirement of being male falls under an exception under the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

ACSO embraces diversity within its workforce and as such encourages applications from appropriately qualified and skilled people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, including those from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Island heritage. ACSO acknowledges the traditional Aboriginal owners of country throughout Victoria and pays respect to them, their culture and their Elders, past and present.

 Please contact Darren Moorhead, Team Leader - Forensic Residential Services, on 0439 164 832 or Lisa Beggs, Team Leader - Forensic Residential Services, on 0429 442 833 for more information about this position.