Support Workers & Support Facilitators
Job No:
ASA1410
Location:
Adelaide
- Permanent part-time (minimum 15 hours per week) & Casual
- Multiple positions available
- Based across Oaklands Park & Holden Hill
- Contribute to improving the lives of many by providing purpose-designed housing and tailored individualised support
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic people to join our leading Mental Health and Disability Support Services team to provide values based community supports to customers in either a group setting environment or through individualised services across the Adelaide metropolitan area.
Our program is designed to stand beside people in need, supporting them to grow stronger and develop resilience in order to live their best lives. We provide purpose-designed housing, tailored individualised support and services to assist people with their emotional, social and physical needs to improve various elements of their lives.
What can you expect to be doing?
- Develop and utilise individual and group strategies to build capacity, assess individual needs and improve skills customers and carers
- Promote community inclusion for each individual within the service, respecting their choice and decisions
- Assist young people and/or adults in implementing strategies to develop their life skills and reach their physical, emotional and social goals
- Build relationships with the team, students, volunteers and all who are directly involved in the care of the individual
- Involve family members in the planning and review of services
What do you need to bring?
- Support Worker: Minimum Certificate III in Mental Health or Disability, or equivalent
- Support Facilitator: Minimum Certificate IV in Mental Health or Disability, or equivalent
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish positive working relationships with customers, carers, family, guardian and other stakeholders
- Experience working with and an understanding of the needs of people living with mental ill health or disability services and knowledge of the NDIS environment
- Sound knowledge of Current Child Safe Environments and mandatory reporting requirements
- Current Senior First Aid Certificate
- A current Australian driver's licence and roadworthy vehicle is required
Who is AnglicareSA?
As SA’s largest social services provider, AnglicareSA makes a positive difference to the lives of more than 65,000 people each year. Our 1,800 staff and 580 volunteers support individuals, families and communities, responding to their immediate need and working with them to build capacity to restore and maintain dignity and control in their lives. Our services are broad, supporting people at every stage of life.
We believe in social justice, the equal worth of each citizen, equality of opportunity and the importance of strong communities. Together we change lives.
What we offer:
- Access to our fantastic salary packaging options – increase your take home pay by decreasing the amount of tax you pay
- Banking benefits, health care discounts, gym membership offers, paid parental leave, and much more
- A diverse and supportive team culture who have a focus on improving the lives of many
How to Apply:
Click here to view the Job Description for Support Facilitator
Click here to view the Job Description for Support Worker
To submit an application, please complete the questions below and attach your resume and cover letter
When applying, please ensure you address the demonstrable requirements/competencies in your covering letter
For further information please contact Hannah Ennis on 8118 2618
Applications close 5pm, Wednesday 11 March 2020
AnglicareSA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage all suitably qualified candidates apply.
We are committed to the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Please contact our Aboriginal Services team on 8305 9237 to discuss joining AnglicareSA.