This position is offered on a permanent part-time basis and is in the Cumberland LGA area.

• Must be available to work Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 2:00pm – 10:00pm followed by an inactive sleep-over shift 
• Penalties will be paid for shifts worked outside of core hours 
• Additional hours on offer

This Support Worker is responsible for the provision of safe and appropriate accommodation and support services to residents through the delivery of high-quality care to service users.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with intake and assessment where relevant to the role
• Develop and monitor support plans/individual case plans, based on Services Practice Guidelines

About you in the role

• Certificate IV (minimum) in Community Services, Mental Health, Youth Work or other relevant field
• Hold a current NSW WWCC and First Aid Certificate
• Demonstrated understanding of child protection issues 
• Experience working with vulnerable people, relevant to the service (single women 25+ years) 
• Knowledge of best-practice for Specialist Homelessness funded Services
• Ability to think on feet and support women work through complex mental health issues

The role is designated for a female under section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act. You will be required to have a current drivers license, Working With Children Clearance and a National Police Check

Why work for Uniting

We are passionate about the development and well-being of our team members with access to leading specialists and training that will support you in your role. We provide many complimentary benefits to our staff, some of our many benefits include:

• Above award conditions
• Generous professional development opportunities
• Salary Packaging
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Positive workplace culture
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible working arrangements

If you want to become a part of our positive and respected team, do not hesitate to apply now.

Should you have any questions, please contact Alex Sullivan from Uniting's Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected], using the subject line: Support Worker - Specialist Homelessness Services enquiry via EthicalJobs, or on 0466 801 937.

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks and Reference Checks.  

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