Introduction:
Accordwest believes 'Every Story Matters', not just for our clients, but for our employees as well.
About Accordwest
Located and servicing people across the coastal and inland regions of the Southwest, the Gnaala Karla Booja of the Noongar nation, Accordwest is a not for profit (NPO) with a passion for helping our clients become more engaged, connected, and resilient, so they can go on to live strong, independent, and meaningful lives.
Description:
This Opportunity
Accordwest is a local WA organisation providing essential services and support within the community.
This is a full-time role (76hrs per fortnight) and includes working one weekend every month. The role also includes public holidays, with penalty rates applied.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker to join our Reintegration team. You will deliver proactive, person centered reintegration support services to clients in Bunbury Regional Prison and the local community. Support Workers are responsible for the daily operations of the family visitors centre at Bunbury Regional Prison, and supporting Case Workers to implement client activity plans. Additionally, we deliver single services to clients on remand, life skills group programs and transitional accommodation supports. Our goal is help improve the lives of our clients and contribute to a reduction in recidivism in our community
If you are someone looking for a challenge and are ready to join an incredible team of professionals in our organisation, we will be excited to hear from you
Skills and Experiences:
Key Role Responsibilities
In this role some of your key responsibilities will include:
Providing emotional and practical supports to visitors to the Bunbury Regional Prison.
Provide reintegration support to clients within a trauma informed framework
Empower clients to move through the stages of change, address barriers for their reintegration and engage in pro-social activities
Co-facilitate group programs within a prison environment
Apply trauma informed principles in all aspects of your work with clients
Participate as an active team player within a multi-disciplinary team, providing support across the team when required.
Essential requirements
Demonstrated experience in:
Providing non-judgemental and inclusive services to clients from a wide range of backgrounds
Building and maintaining productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders delivering quality support services and maintaining professional boundaries
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team to achieve outcomes
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, comply with organisational policies and procedures and a strong understanding of maintaining personal and client safety at all times
Excellent interpersonal skills
Well developed written and verbal communication skills
Excellent IT skills with a demonstrated ability to operate client management systems
Self-motivated team player who enjoys working within a challenging, fast-paced community services environment
Desirable Criteria
Qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Psychology or another relevant field of study
Understanding of reintegration and rehabilitation services in Western Australia
A passion for learning and developing professional skills
You must have or have the ability to obtain a:
Working with Children Check
National Police Clearance
Department of Justice Clearance
Form 395 Clearance from Department of Communities
Current valid Western Australian Driver's Licence
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a covering letter addressing your experience in relation to the Key Role Responsibilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applications will be held for a period of 3 months - after this time applicants are encouraged to re-apply.
Each of our employees bring a diversity of skills, experience, and open enthusiasm to listen, learn and build on the vision of Accordwest. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
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