ABOUT US:

Guthrie House is a not-for-profit transitional service that supports women 18 years and older and their children. The women that we work with have a history of alcohol and other drug misuse and current involvement in the criminal justice system. They are homeless or at high risk of homelessness.

We operate 7 days a week, 24 hours a day in a residential setting providing case management and drug and alcohol support. Over 50% of our clients per annum are First Nations Women.

Guthrie House requires Casual Residential Support Worker to undertake a diverse range of duties. The salary is per the SCHCADS Award 2010 - Level 3, pay point dependant of experience.

The position is based at Enmore NSW.

THE ROLE:

We are looking to employ female Residential Support Workers for our casual pool. You will provide a range of supports and assistance to the residents of Guthrie House. This includes but is not limited to supporting clients to engage in our residential program, mentoring, casework support, assisting residents to develop the living skills required for community living and complete administrative tasks.

The requirement to be a woman is a genuine occupational qualification pursuant to S31(2)(H) of the Anti-Discrimination Act NSW (1997).

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Essential Criteria:

• Relevant qualifications in a human services related field or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience
• At least 1 years’ experience working with women in a residential setting
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and within a team
• High level oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop mutual respect, empathy and cooperation with residents
• Knowledge and experience of trauma-informed practice
• Ability to work shift work including sleepovers and weekend work
• Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to attain within 3 months
• Current NSW Drivers Licence

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience working with women involved in the criminal justice system and women with alcohol and drug misuse

The successful applicant will be subject to a Criminal Record Check and Working With Children Check.

A position description is attached.