Lead Support Worker
You are passionate about caring for; improving the lives of; and, can interact easily and comfortably with Aboriginal children and young people.
Summary about this job
Indigenous & Multicultural Services
Company: Aboriginal Family Supports Services Ltd
Location: Adelaide
Work type: Full Time
Salary: $60,000 - $69,999
Phone: +61-8-7616-9698
Fax: +61-7-2925-6751
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Detail information about job Lead Support Worker. Terms and conditions vacancy
Residential services
$64,378 - $69,160 pa
You
Are a self-motivated leader with well developed communication and problem solving skills. You have the ability to ensure quality service delivery and that work practice is culturally safe and of a high professional standard. You are passionate about caring for; improving the lives of; and, can interact easily and comfortably with, Aboriginal children and young people. You understand the impact of abuse and neglect on children and young people, and can offer support when faced with challenging behaviours.
Your New Role
Is ‘hands on’ leading and working alongside a team of Support Workers providing care and support in a 24-hour residential setting for children and young people, ranging in age from infants to teens, who are unable to live with their families. This position operates during business hours Monday to Friday under a flex-time arrangement, but also undertakes after hours ‘On-Call’ responsibilities. This is a rewarding opportunity for you to help our clients reach their full potential.
You Will Need
- A Child Related Employment Screening (CRES)
- A current Provide First Aid Certificate (HLTAID003)
- A current unrestricted Drivers License
- Eligibility to work in Australia
(Don’t have a CRES? Download a CRES registration form from our website and send it to us when you send us your detailed job application.)
Ideally You Will Have
- A Child Safe Environments Certificate
- Qualifications in Social Work, Social Sciences or Community Services, or similar; or appropriate demonstrated knowledge and competencies
Your New Employer
Long established in providing child protection and family support services, across South Australia, Aboriginal Family Support Services (AFSS) is at the forefront of supporting Aboriginal communities across South Australia.
Working in a not for profit agency you can salary sacrifice to increase your take home pay.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Now: Look at the J&P in the AFSS Employment section at: www.afss.com.au.
Then: tell us in two pages why you’re a good fit for this job and send this with your resume to: [email protected]
Need more info? Please call Nick on 0455 230 624 (9am – 5pm).
Applications close 5.00 PM Friday 20 July 2018
PLEASE NOTE: If you do not address your skills and experience against the Job and Person Specification we are unlikely to consider your application.