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Form of work- Fixed Term Part-time contract until June 2024 (with the possibility to extend)
- 9-day fortnight (72 hours per fortnight)
- Flexible work arrangements
- Supportive team with positive culture
Footprints Community is a well-regarded not-for-profit provider of community-based services, working in the community for over 30 years. We specialise in working with older people, those that experience disability, mental illness, as well as those who are at risk of homelessness.
About the role
The Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS) provides support to people who, require assistance to maintain or regain their independence, continue living safely in their homes, and actively participate in their communities. The purpose of the Support Worker role is to work in collaboration within the team to implement and monitor QCSS and Community Transport service delivery and providing high-quality supports to clients accessing these services.
The requirements of these programs are:
- Aged 65 years and under (or under 50 years old for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people)
- Living with a disability (and are not eligible or currently have a plan under the National Disability Insurance Scheme)
- chronic illness, mental health, or other condition, or
- circumstances that impact your ability to live independently in the community.
About you
- Relevant Certificate in community services or significant progress towards such a qualification and demonstrated knowledge/experience of the provision of community-based support services which reflect respect, inclusion, equality, and a strengths-based approach.
- Demonstrated knowledge and or experience working with diverse client groups including people with a disability, and their families/carers, people with mental illness, people who are homeless or residing in marginalised housing and who may be at risk of homelessness.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in delivering community-based support.
- Ability to be respectful, calm, and encouraging towards individuals and have patience and understanding of others? recovery journey, including the ability to set boundaries and be self-aware.
- Ability to show initiative, think critically and make judgments based on sound reason and the information/evidence presented.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, and computer literacy.
- Current class C driver license.
- National NDIS Worker Screening Check or current Yellow Card.
- Current First Aid Certificate (desirable)
We offer
- Attractive remuneration with generous salary sacrifice benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training
- A committed and friendly teamwork environment
For further information please contact Robert Forbes, Manager - Packaged Services, Mobile: 0412 784 ***
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt with shortlisting and interviews commencing prior to the closing date.
The full position description is available on our website https://footprintscommunity.org.au/work-with-us/
