About the organisation
McAuley Community Services for Women, a ministry of the Institute of Sisters of Mercy of Australia and Papua New Guinea, is committed to advocate for a better, safer and just society, through working with women and their children affected by family violence, mental illness or homelessness.
About the role
We have an opportunity for 2 Casual Residential Support Workers to work as part of an innovative team supporting women and children who are experiencing family violence. You will be well supported by a committed, collaborative team of workers with an emphasis on strength based practice.
Qualifications and experience in Community Services/Welfare/Family Violence and or related discipline are not essential but preferable. Ideally you will have some of the following skills:
- Experience in individual support in daily living activities and ability to care for the women and children residing at our sites.
- Experience in residential support and ability to work collaboratively with the Program Coordinator and other staff.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a broader team delivering outcomes.
- Ability to work day shifts and sleepover shifts, 7 days a week
- Knowledge of the Family Violence Protection Act, Child Safe Standards and the MARAM
- Previous experience in the mental health, family violence and or homelessness sector.
- High level interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
We provide excellent support and growth opportunities through coaching and training with a focus on developing your professional competence according to our Direct Practice Competency Framework.
A Police Check, Working with Children Check and current driver’s license are required. Salary is level 4 pay point 1 in accordance with the SCHADS Award. Salary packaging is also available.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: 2 Residential Support Worker Positions Casual Shifts Available via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Women
