Family Support Worker
Social, Community, Home Care & Disability Services Industry Award
Part time, Crisis Accommodation Level 1
Weekday, Evening & Weekend Shifts
Indigo Junction is a value driven not for profit Organisation providing support to youth, families and individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced and committed Family Support Worker to provide supported crisis and transitional accommodation support to clients. This role is fast paced, involving the provision of multi-layered support services, building resilience, independence and empowerment within families.
If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding role then this is your opportunity
Join a passionate and supportive team within a not-for-profit Organisation
- Access to varying employee discounts
- Employee Wellness events
- Salary Sacrificing Opportunity for Permanent Staff.
The key objectives of this position are:
• To provide supported crisis and transitional accommodation and related support services for families who have experienced a crisis resulting in homelessness.
• To ensure clients are safe, supported and increase their knowledge and confidence to reduce the likelihood of future crises.
• To support families towards more independent living by empowering them with life skills.
• To ensure client outcomes are optimised through the services participation in local coordinated interagency responses.
The key duties and responsibilities of this position are:
Organisational
• Operate in accordance with the Indigo Junction Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Operate within the Indigo Junction Staff Code of Conduct.
• Operate in accordance with CPFS Service Standards and funding contract requirements.
• Work within the principles set out in the Indigo Junction Case Management Framework under the direction of the Manager Family Service.
• Report to the Manager on the day-to-day operation of the Family Service.
• Other duties as directed by the senior staff.
Client Services
• Work within IJ’s Trauma Informed Care framework (training and education provided for new staff).
• Under the direction of the Manager, provide informal counselling/emotional support to clients.
• Perform routine tasks as specified that support the daily operations of the service.
• Assist with the delivery of client living skills programs.
• Provide information, advocacy and referral services for clients, and provide practical support to access those services.
Selection criteria:
• 3 years appropriate experience; or demonstrated equivalent
• Understanding of the cultural and social factors of homelessness and other crisis.
• Experience in providing advocacy and referral.
• Cultural competency and experience working with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Current National Police Clearance
• Current Working with Children Clearance
• 'C' Class WA Driver's License
Applicants are required to apply online and must submit a comprehensive Resume and a cover letter not exceeding 2 pages relating to your skills & experience to the position.
You will only hear back from us if you are shortlisted for interview. Thank you for your interest in working at Indigo Junction