Support Worker: Stronger Ground, Ruah Community Services, Perth WA, Community Development (Community Services & Development). Full time. Add expected salary to your profile for insights. Ruah aims to promote measures to achieve equality. Section 51 of the Equal opportunity Act applies to this role.

About Ruah: Ruah is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia’s community services sector. Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges.

Our professional team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA’s biggest Peer support workforces. Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced. By choosing to work with us, you are helping to transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community.

About the role: We are seeking passionate people with experience providing psychosocial support to people living with mental health challenges. As a Support worker, you will work in a trauma-informed way to liaise with Support Coordinators and provide capacity-building support as determined by the client’s recovery goals. The focus of work is to support clients in reconnecting with community and improving their mental health, wellbeing and overall quality of life. The successful applicants will have experience in working with clients in a family-inclusive way, working in a team environment, and liaising with mental health professionals, housing providers and other appropriate services to support the client’s recovery journey.

This is a full-time permanent position, working Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm.

What we’re looking for As well as the above experience, we will be looking for: Completion of or progress towards a relevant qualification in Mental Health (Certificate II/III) and/or relevant work experience. Ability to engage with individuals within different levels of needs and build and maintain a professional relationship. Ability to work independently and contribute to the functioning of the team. Ability to model positive behaviours, emotional maturity, coping skills and resilience. Good interpersonal and effective communication skills. Understanding of basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and client reporting systems. Willingness and ability to work within and contribute to the vision, mission, core values and guiding principles of the organisation. Knowledge and understanding of diversity, gender and social inclusion, particularly Aboriginal culture. 

What do we offer? A salary aligned with Level 2 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement (and the SCHADS Award), starting at $66,230.

Incredibly valuable Salary Packaging (to extend your take-home pay) with: up to $15,900 core packaging and an additional $2,650 in meal entertainment packaging benefits for salary packaging travel, accommodation, parking fees, education expenses and more! 5 weeks annual leave + annual leave loading of 17.5%. 16 weeks paid parental leave, with flexibility to take 32 weeks half-pay (uniquely, new staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months’ service). Free, independent and confidential access for you and your family to EAP. Free Ruah-paid Journey Cover (insurance for when you're getting to and from work). Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community include participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation, and much, much more!

Required compliance documents: Current drivers’ license. National Police Clearance Certificate (and International Police Clearance, if applicable). WA Working with Children Check.

We’d love to hear from you!

Please click apply, create your Live Hire profile, and submit your current CV along with a cover letter of no more than two pages, helping us understand your fit for this role.

Closing date for applications: July 16, 2024.

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For further information, contact Kate Blaszyczyk, Team Lead Mental Health and Wellness—North,

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Email at: Kate.blaszczyk@ruah.org.au