Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Support WorkerDate: 23 Jan 2025Location: Coffs Harbour, NSW, AU, 2450Requisition ID: 1391The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, committed to serving people in need in our community and shaping a more just and compassionate society.Permanent Full-time: Monday to Friday 38 hours per weekNot-for-profit salary packaging tax free benefits, increasing your take home pay!SCHCADS Award: hourly rates ranging from $37.35 - 40.05 (dependent on experience)Career development paths available - we pride ourselves on career development pathways for all employeesYour RoleJoin a passionate and dedicated team making a real difference in your local community. In this dynamic role, youll help create a safe and welcoming space that empowers our clients. Youll play a key role in delivering high-quality, client-centered services and fostering a respectful and supportive environment for people accessing Pete''s Place.Petes Place is a warm and welcoming drop-in service devoted to helping individuals who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. This critical community hub provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive space where people can access essential services, receive practical assistance, and foster meaningful pathways towards brighter and more stable futures.Your ResponsibilitiesBe the Heart of the Community: As a compassionate first point of contact, you''ll provide warm, empathetic support for clients, helping them feel safe and heard.Support and Assess: Facilitate the entry and assessment process for new clients and assist with the daily operations of the site to ensure everything runs smoothly.Collaborate with Case Managers: Work closely with case managers to deliver personalized, holistic support plans that are tailored to each clients unique circumstances.Empower and Advocate: Engage clients in activities, help guide them through services, and advocate for their needs with external agencies to ensure they receive the support they deserve.You Will NeedA heart for service, a calm demeanor, and the ability to offer non-judgmental, ethical support.Excellent communication skills and a desire to work within a collaborative team setting.Experience or qualifications in social services, with a focus on homelessness, mental health, or community work (Cert IV preferred or in progress).First Aid certification or willingness to obtain one.Apply NowIf this sounds like you, dont wait - apply now, we are interviewing applications as we receive them.Any queries please contact Gai.Newman@vinnies.org.auSt Vincent de Paul Society (NSW) welcomes people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to engaging a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, candidates of any or no religious beliefs and applicants of all ages.If you are a candidate with disability please let us know if you require any support to participate in the application and recruitment process.The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. Prior to an offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete pre-employment checks including a Police check & Working with Children check. A health/medical assessment may be required for some roles. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Support Worker