DV Crisis Support Worker
Salary: $37.91 p/h + penalties and salary packaging.
Our Client is one of Queensland's most-loved charitable organisations and is committed to leading with their values and mission at heart.
What they can offer you: Work with a purpose - not your average organisation and not your average role!Competitive hourly rate and excellent employment benefits under our Employee AgreementSalary packaging arrangements - helping you save on taxAccess to our Employee Assistance Program - our employees are our most valuable assetA welcoming and inclusive environment where you'll always feel part of a teamJob Description The Role:
As a Crisis Support Worker, you will be responsible for the provision of end-to-end support for clients engaged through our Domestic & Family Violence Crisis Accommodation program. You will provide holistic support for women and children throughout all facets of the client journey from intake to exit. An inherent requirement of this role is to provide a high standard of case management, advice, referral, and advocacy utilizing Specialist Homelessness databases.
A key focus of this role is the provision of assistance to clients who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to access safe, affordable, and stable accommodation. Additionally, you will work with clients with complex needs to increase skills to sustain current and future tenancies and improve overall quality of life. The position aims to assist clients in overcoming barriers contributing to their homelessness or risk of homelessness.
Must be flexible to work a rotating roster and available for backfilling shifts when required.
This is a Permanent Part-time (4 days per week) position based near Broad Beach. The successful candidate will be required to work 4 days per week, including 4 hours on a weekend every 3rd weekend. On-call is also a requirement of the role, and penalty rates apply for on-call and weekend hours.
Desired Skills and Experience:
To be successful in the role, you will meet the following criteria:
Minimum Certificate III in Community Services or related fieldKnowledge of and ability to work within relevant legislation and guidelines relating to the delivery of specialist homelessness servicesPrevious experience as a Support Worker or equivalent within the homelessness support sector or related fieldAbility to deliver advocacy on behalf of clients and always ensure confidentiality of client informationAbility to work unsupervised at times as well as be an effective team memberContribute positively within a team environmentDemonstrate a friendly, positive attitude, with a willingness to learnEffective communication and time management skillsDemonstrate genuine respect for all people regardless of their situationUnderstanding of risk management principles including current WHS legislation and regulationsThe successful candidate will be required to present a COVID-19 vaccination certificate prior to engagementThe successful candidate will be required to hold a current Blue CardPlease let me know if you are available and interested in the above position.
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