Support Worker
Job No:
VIN808
Location:
Eagle Vale and Campbelltown, NSW
- Permanent part-time 25 hours per week
- Hours to be worked based on shifts on a rotating roster (Monday - Sunday), including sleepover shifts
- Location: Eagle Vale and Campbelltown, NSW
- The St Vincent de Paul Society considers being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under s31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
About the Organisation
The St Vincent de Paul Society is a member and volunteer based organisation that has been assisting people experiencing disadvantage in NSW for more than 130 years. The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services and has close to 100 Special Works across the State in the areas of homelessness, mental health, disability, financial counselling, supported accommodation, food provision, refugees and migrants and addiction counselling. Our work is funded by all levels of government, the generous support we receive from the community and our 250 Retail Centres across NSW.
The Society’s Mission, Vision, Aspiration, and Key Values http://www.vinnies.org.au/page/About/Mission__Vision .
Department Overview
SVDP NSW Support Services provides support for people experiencing need in NSW. It is a Special Work of the St Vincent de Paul Society of NSW and is comprised of more than 20 different programs across the state. SVDP NSW Support Services provides programs across areas including drug and alcohol, gambling, homelessness, disability, mental health, community development and refugee support.
About the Role
The Support Worker is responsible for providing a variety of support to clients at a domestic violence service, assisting in the entry and assessment of new clients and assisting in the daily running of the site. You can find more information about this role in the position description.
What you need
The St Vincent de Paul Society considers being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under s31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
- Minimum TAFE Certificate IV in community services
- Experience working within community services with clients experiencing domestic violence and/or homelessness
- Experience in dealing with challenging behaviours
- Knowledge of Keep Them Safe reporting process
- Demonstrated customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to work within the ethos and vision of St Vincent de Paul Society
- Ability to use sound judgement and act appropriately in crisis and emergency situations
- Current first aid certificate
- An ability to maintain an ethical, yet non-judgmental, attitude towards residents and staff, and a commitment to this.
- Sound knowledge of WH&S legislation as it relates to the workplace.
- Ability to work a rotating roster covering day, afternoon and sleepover shifts.
What we offer
- By joining one of Australia’s largest and leading charities, you will be working in an organisation which makes a real difference to people’s lives.
- The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is proud to offer generous salary packaging benefits to employees where a portion of take-home pay is tax-free.
- Training and development opportunities
Employment Conditions
The conditions of employment are governed by the Social Community Homecare & Disability Services Award (SCHADS) (“the Award”) and the position is classified as Social and Community Services Employee Level 3. The hourly rate for this level starts from $27.26 to $29.24 depending on qualifications.
What we offer
- By joining one of Australia’s largest and leading charities, you will be working in an organisation which makes a real difference to people’s lives.
- The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is proud to offer generous salary packaging benefits to employees where a portion of take-home pay is tax-free.
- Training and development opportunities
Pre-employment Clearances
Prior to an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks that include two (2) reference checks, a Health Declaration and National Criminal History Check. You will also be required to present evidence of right to work in Australia.
The Society are committed to being a Child Safe organisation. Prior to employment, you will be required to have a Working with Children Check, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People .
How to Apply:
Please follow the prompts below to apply.
Applications will include the following:
- A cover letter with Claims to the Essential Criteria:
Please address the Essential Criteria by explaining how your skills, qualifications and experience meet them. Please also provide information why you are applying for this role. - Current curriculum vitae: This will include your qualifications & trainings; work history with a brief description of duties for each role; Referees - at least two (2) e.g. persons you report to who can comment on your work experience. Please provide name and contact details (work and mobile phone numbers; email address). Or please be prepared to provide details when requested.
Apply online - follow the prompts below, answer the questions and attach your documents. (Note - We do not accept applications sent by email.)
If you have questions about this role, please email to hr@vinnies.org.au, with subject line Support Worker - Part-time (Eagle Vale) /VIN808.
Applications close at 11:30 pm on 4 February 2018
St Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
The Society is committed to engaging a diverse workforce. The Society strongly encourages applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and mature aged applicants.