Specialist Homeless Support Worker

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are currently looking for a Full Time Specialist Homeless Support Workers to be based in Inverell/Glen Innes region on a Full Time (38 hours per Week) basis.
The successful applicants will be required to work as part of a team that help vulnerable people in crisis and those at risk of homelessness to remain in long-term safe accommodation and to break the cycle of homelessness in the Inverell/Glen Innes areas. It is also a requirement to have the knowledge and understanding of the issues that affect Aboriginal communities, societies and cultures in NSW.
Pathfinders encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. The successful applicant will need to be willing to advocate on behalf of Aboriginal young people and their families in providing cultural support.
The successful applicants will also provide services to Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal children, young people and families. The successful applicants will be required to build strong relationships with Aboriginal agencies to support and strengthen families and cultural connections
This position is Level 4.1 under the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Modern Award ("the SCHDSI Award").
All applications must include the following components: • Applications addressing the selection criteria as provided in the job package. • An updated resume including details of at least two recent work related referees.
Applicants who do not provide all the above will not be considered for an interview. Applications should be lodged by email to ****** and should be addressed to the Manager Corporate Services.
Pathfinders is committed to being a safe environment for children and young people and is a mandatory reporting Organisation.
Pathfinders is a non-smoking workplace and is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.

For further information, please contact Melissa Colman – Corporate Services Officer on 0436 029 439
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