Support Worker

The Trustee For The Salvation Army Victoria Property Trust

Gosnells, Western Australia, Australia
Schads award level 3; benefits: up to $15,900 tax-...
Casual, 24/7 shifts (day, afternoon, night)
Support participants in daily routines
Respond calmly to high-risk situations
Monitor participant wellbeing during withdrawal
The Salvation Army is seeking a Support Worker for the Harry Hunter Rehabilitation Centre in Gosnells, WA, to provide practical support to participants in alcohol and drug rehabilitation. The role requires a Certificate IV in Community Services or related fields and includes various shifts in a casual capacity, offering competitive benefits in a supportive work environment

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing practical, person-centred support to participants undergoing alcohol and other drug rehabilitation at the Harry Hunter Rehabilitation Centre.
  • Employees will work across a 24/7 roster including day, afternoon, and night shifts to ensure continuous care.
  • The organization offers NFP salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 tax-free along with an Entertainment Benefit of $2,650 tax-free.

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The Salvation Army is seeking a Support Worker for the Harry Hunter Rehabilitation Centre in Gosnells, WA, to provide practical support to participants in alcohol and drug rehabilitation. The role requires a Certificate IV in Community Services or related fields and includes various shifts in a casual capacity, offering competitive benefits in a supportive work environment.

Salary

SCHADS Award Level 3; Benefits: Up to $15,900 tax-free salary packaging; Additional: $2,650 tax-free Entertainment Benefit

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Support participants in daily routines
  • Respond calmly to high-risk situations
  • Monitor participant wellbeing during withdrawal
  • Supervise participant medication administration
  • Maintain accurate records and handovers

Nice-to-have

  • Trauma-informed practice understanding
  • Culturally safe and inclusive approach
  • Strong communication under pressure
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Professional boundary maintenance

Key Requirements

  • Certificate IV in Community Services, AOD or Mental Health
  • Experience supporting people with AOD or mental health needs
  • Current WA driver's licence
  • Current First Aid and CPR certificates
  • Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
  • Working with Children Check

Work Rights

Not specified

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