Standby Response Worker

UnitingCare Qld

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Base: $48.31phr; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
Trauma informed support delivery
Grief and bereavement understanding
Critical incident response skills
The StandBy Response Worker provides free face-to-face and telephone support to anyone bereaved or impacted by a death by suicide

Job Summary

  • The StandBy Response Worker provides free face-to-face and telephone support to anyone bereaved or impacted by a death by suicide.
  • Employees benefit from NFP Salary Packaging which allows saving tax on everyday living expenses up to $15,900 per annum.
  • The role offers comprehensive guidance including external supervision, debriefing, and professional development opportunities in this specialist area.

Matching Summary

The StandBy Response Worker provides free face-to-face and telephone support to anyone bereaved or impacted by a death by suicide.

Salary

Base: $48.31p/hr; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Super + NFP Salary Packaging + 12 weeks paid parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Trauma informed support delivery
  • Grief and bereavement understanding
  • Critical incident response skills
  • Psychological first aid knowledge
  • Strong interpersonal communication
  • Reflective practice awareness

Nice-to-have

  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
  • Community event facilitation experience
  • Flexible travel across PHN region
  • Team planning assistance capability

Key Requirements

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated experience
  • Current Queensland Driver Licence
  • Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
  • Residence within Darling Downs and West Moreton PHN

Work Rights

Must reside in specific PHN regions

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