Support Worker, Employer: St Bartholomew's House, Work Type/s: Part Time, Classification/s: Care & Support Work, Housing & Homelessness, Mental Health & Counselling, Sector/s: Not For Profit (NFP), Location: Perth, Midland Accommodation Unit, Mental Health Support Services, Part time (42 hours per fortnight), Level 2 - $45,856 - $50,174 p/a (pro-rata), (Plus shift penalties), St Bartholomew’s House Mission, To assist the homeless of today to rebuild their lives and act to prevent the homelessness of tomorrow. Make a Difference to People’s Lives, Non for Profit Industry, helping the community, Strong Culture with core values of Justice, Dignity, Privacy and Excellence, Mental Health Support Services: St Bart’s Mental Health Support Services programs provide safe, secure accommodation where each individual is positively valued, their potential recognised and they are supported to reach their recovery goals and aspirations.

Position Description: The Support Worker is responsible for providing support to the residents on site. This includes helping residents develop independent living skills and recreational skills. The Support Worker will also follow up on support plans and assist/support the residents in completing the actions indicated.

Job Criteria: Minimum of Certificate III in Community Services or related subject, Demonstrated experience working with disadvantaged people and understanding of issues related to homelessness, additional qualifications in mental health or substance abuse would be beneficial, Demonstrated experience in facilitating recreational and daily living activities with residents, Demonstrated experience in facilitating residents’ links to the local community, Demonstrated experience of developing support plans and assessment of residents’ support needs, Computer literate with ability to use Microsoft Office, Demonstrated sound verbal and written skills to write case notes, Able to work shifts as required, Demonstrated knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations and practices and relevant standards, Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, Current valid WA Drivers Licence (Class C), Applied First Aid Certificate (with at least four months validity), Current police clearance certificate not more than three months old, Rewards: Excellent working conditions, Competitive salary packaging

How to apply for this job: In addition to providing your CV, all applicants must address the job criteria in a separate document of no more than a total of two pages and complete a St Bartholomew’s House Job Application form. Can apply for an application pack to the HR Admin Officer Sandy Lopez via Email

Email: hradmin.officer@stbarts.org.au