The Haymarket Foundation is a local, secular, charitable organisation focused on providing opportunities to people experiencing homelessness or who have been marginalised by society. We recognise the people we work with come from a background of complex trauma, and we use this understanding to advocate and deliver multidisciplinary services that are inclusive, safe, and offer freedom of choice.

We are currently seeking a motivated and adaptable individual to join our team as a Community Support Worker (Casual) within our residential programs, helping provide support and stabilisation for people experiencing homelessness and multi-morbidity.

Position Information:

The position is casual. The position reports to the Manager of Homelessness Services and Clinical Lead and will work closely with other residential services staff. The program is located in Chippendale and has a salary and conditions as per Grade 3 of the SCHCADS Award (including casual and shift loadings).

Key Selection Criteria:

Essential (E), Desirable (D)

• A minimum qualification (Certificate 4) in community services or related field. (E)
• Experience working with clients presenting with multi-morbidities. (E)
• A working knowledge of the issues faced by people who have experienced complex trauma and who currently identify as having substance dependencies. (E)
• A working understanding of trauma informed care and practice. (E)
• Valid driver’s licence. (D)
• Experience working in residential settings. (D)
• Disclosure of any restrictions that impact upon your role as a practitioner. (E)
• National criminal record check. (E)
• Demonstrated communication skills specifically in client and team rapport building. (E)
• Proven ability to set clear professional boundaries. (E)

Please note the Haymarket Foundation is an equal opportunity employer, anyone who meets the above criteria will be considered for this role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from CALD backgrounds and LGBTIQ communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

For more information, contact Grace - [email protected] using the subject line: Community Support Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Previous applicants need not apply.