• Casual
• Metro North
• Strong commitment to enhancing cultural support and supervision within the organisation
• Values driven staff engagement culture 30% above industry benchmarks
• SCHADS Level 2 Rates + NFP Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 general expenses + entertainment benefits

About RFQ

RFQ is a leader in the provision of professional recovery oriented psychosocial services throughout QLD, and nationally by telehealth services. RFQ combines the inspirational vision and values of our founders with progressive thinking, advanced research and evidence-based practice. We are presently undergoing transformational development as a centre of excellence.

About the Role

The Support Worker will join the core support team and will deliver community outreach and individualised core and capacity support services to Richmond Fellowship Queensland (RFQ) National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants. This includes but is not limited to supporting NDIS clients to work towards their specified goals and assist with communication and providing support to attend medical appointments, NDIS reviews, community activities and daily tasks of daily living.

Benefits and Culture

• Progressive NGO at the frontier of mental health work
• Above industry standards for staff satisfaction – a culture of success
• A centre of excellence and learning
• Competitive remuneration $41.76 - $45.58 / hour plus penalty rates
• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 general expenses + $2,650 entertainment benefits / FBT year, novated leasing, mortgage review service and personal parking expenses
• Comprehensive support infrastructure - mobile Client Information Management System and Employee Assistance Program (available for staff and their family)
• Career development and unique training opportunities available

Qualifications and Skills

• A Diploma or Certificate IV in a human services related field or less formal qualifications with demonstrated previous experience working with people with mental illness
• A positive attitude towards those who are marginalised and disadvantaged living with mental health challenges.
• Experience in working with vulnerable and disadvantaged persons
• Life and work skills that is transferable to the role
• A strong sense of professional boundaries and integrity
• Valid drivers’ license and access to a registered roadworthy and insured vehicle (minimum third-party property)
• Access to a smart phone to be used for work purposes
• Ability to work on weekends if required

The position requires a NDIS worker screening clearance. For further information please visit: https://workerscreening.communities.qld.gov.au/workers/you-start

Applications

Please submit your application (maximum two pages), addressing your claims for the role, together with your resume identifying two referees (including current report). Further information about the role can be obtained by contacting Area Manager, Sue Mahoney 07 3363 2621.

To view and download the position description please click here.

Please note that RFQ is an organisation that embraces diversity.

Applications will be progressively considered upon receipt.