Job Description
About the organisation Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. We reflect on the critical factors shaping our contemporary world; the social, political and economic contexts, and we adapt our practice to work with those most in need.
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Since ****, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.
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We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.
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About the program
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Jesuit Social Services Housing and Complex Needs services provide holistic support programs for people who present with multiple and complex needs, are assessed as high risk/need, have limited social and family networks, limited accommodation and support options, and are experiencing multiple and complex health problems.
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Blackwood Housing and Outreach Support is funded by the Department of Families, Fairness, and Housing (DFFH) – Homes Victoria to support young people, aged *******, of all gender identities through outreach support in the community, and occupancy support through our 24/7 residential program for 8 young people for up to 12 months.
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We support young people to work towards taking accountability, responsibility, choice and agency in their own lives; developing their independent living skills; engaging in education, training and employment opportunities; all with the aim of reducing reoffending, recidivism and experiencing homelessness.
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About the role
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We are seeking a suitable candidate to fulfil the Intensive Support Worker, Blackwood Housing and Outreach Support role. This role includes the following:
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Delivering quality support to people who present with multiple and complex needs; have been assessed as high risk and high needs; and have limited accommodation and support options
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Delivering support that reflects the social justice principles of participation; equity; access and respect
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Supporting participants to develop their independent living skills; engage in education, training and employment; with the aim of reducing the risk of reoffending and homelessness.
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There is 1 part time role(0.88 EFT)offering a rotating fortnightly roster, which includes day shifts across weekends and public holidays.
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A contract with the possibility of extension until June ****.
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Roster - Week 1:
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Monday: 8am to 4:30pm -Tuesday: 7am to 3:00pm -Wednesday: OFF -Thursday: 8am to 4:30pm -Friday: OFF -Saturday: OFF -Sunday: 7am to 3pm
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Roster - Week 2:
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Monday: 8am to 4:30pm -Tuesday: OFF -Wednesday: 8am to 4:30pm -Thursday: 7am to 3pm -Friday: OFF -Saturday: OFF -Sunday: 8am to 4:30pm
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Competitive remuneration, plus salary packaging benefit, is offered together with ongoing qualified and career development as well as opportunities for personal growth.
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What Jesuit Social Services can offer you
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An organisation that lives its values, through its day to day work
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A welcoming and supportive relational environment
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A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
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Ongoing training and development related to your role
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Employee assistance program
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A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
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Generous leave
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About you
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This role will suit a candidate with the following skills and experience:
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Tertiary qualification/s and/or relevant experience in field
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Demonstrated practice knowledge, experience and skills to case manage young people addressing multiple and complex needs, preferably within a supported residential program and / or an outreach capacity
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Demonstrated working knowledge and experience of homelessness and the Housing and Homelessness Service System, the criminal justice system and specialist service sectors.
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A demonstrated commitment to delivering inclusive, safe and effective supports to young people with high support needs and potentially challenging behaviors in line with best practice
principles/frameworks,
including trauma informed practice, person centered practice and strengths-based practice.
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Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders across various services and disciplines.
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Applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 4 September ****.
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Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the closing date may be subject to change without notice.
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Jesuit Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexuality, disability or religious affiliation.
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We strongly encourage applications from all community members including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people with a disability, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and working parents.
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Jesuit Social Services is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
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📌 Intensive Support Worker (South Australia)
🏢 Jesuit Social Services
📍 South Australia