Support Recovery Worker

Casual Opportunity
Location: Cairns – Douglas House
Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need
Life at Mission Australia
When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more
about us
and
our purpose
.
Your Opportunity
As a Support Recovery Worker, you will play a pivotal role in inspiring positive transformations in the lives of those we serve. You will be dedicated to fostering constructive and non-judgemental connections with our tenants, grounded in mutual respect and understanding. Your primary focus will be on nurturing relationships that cultivate growth and resilience, empowering tenants to forge meaningful connections that foster personal development and well-being.
You will be instrumental in addressing the multifaceted challenges associated with homelessness, providing crucial support and guidance every step of the way. Through your empathetic approach, you will help tenants navigate their journeys toward stability by facilitating connections to essential resources, family networks, vibrant communities, and rich cultural experiences.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Build positive and non-judgemental relationships with tenants, showing respect for their feelings and needs
Work with tenants to engage in relevant sector agencies / programs
Work with tenants to build positive peer and adult relationships by assisting them to attend appointments and programs held in and out of Woree Supported Accommodation
Contribute to the effective functioning and development of the service through involvement in culturally appropriate projects, contribution to team forums, and training and development of staff
Complete a range of administrative duties for the efficient running of the service including; updating tenant records, reports, referral letters, goals plans etc.
Requirements for Success
Demonstrated ability to build strong and trusting relationships with tenants
Possess positive social and communication skills
Experience working with the Indigenous community
Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies and their cultures and a general understanding of the issues that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in contemporary Australia
Must hold a Working With Children Check or willingness to apply
Must hold a current valid drivers licence
Willingness to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccinations
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.
Our culture
Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We’re committed to the safety and wellbeing of each other and the people we serve.
We recognise and respect diversity. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.
Find out more about a
career with Mission Australia
.
We encourage applications from people with disability and Indigenous Australians.
If you have a disability and need support to submit your application, please email
talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au
.
Your benefits
Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via
AccessPay
)
Free external, confidential counselling and access to
chaplaincy support
Volunteering opportunities
Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave.
How to apply
Click ‘Apply’ and send your application today!
As a committed
Circle Back Initiative
employer, we will respond to your application.
Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you