About the Job
You Connect (YC), formally known as youth connections, is a not-for-profit organisation that supports people living with a disability, have complex behaviours and/or have mental health diagnosis that impact their day-to-day functioning.
We support people aged 6-40 by providing a range of services in capacity-building supports, community participation, employment readiness, and housing.
We are seeking professional Support Workers to join our fast-growing team to provide support for our clients in the community and our Supported Independent Living (SIL) properties in the Newcastle region.
Your Duties may Include (but not limited to):
- Assisting with medication.
- Light household duties (SIL).
- Mentoring
- Transport
- Mental Health Support
- Community Access
Benefits and Perks:
- Casual opportunities available with the option to go PT.
- Supportive and friendly team environment.
- SCHADS 2.1-3.1: level depending on experience and location.
- Ongoing shifts for permanent staff.
- Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing options (Part-time employees).
- Internal training and development opportunities.
- Staff Referral Scheme
- Staff Recognition Program
- 2x yearly staff celebrations.
- Free annual leave day in your birthday month!
About You:
- Reliable, empathetic and committed to supporting vulnerable people.
- Relevant industry experience and knowledge- A comprehensive understanding of mental health issues and the challenges individuals face.
- Experience in supporting clients with complex mental health, drugs/ alcohol and a range of diagnosis.
- Ability to manage and deescalate heightened behaviours.
- Experience supporting individuals who self harm.
- Industry Relevant Certs are highly desirable.
- NDIS Screening check required.
- Working with Childrens Check.
- Police Check.
- Valid CPR and First Aid.
- Driving license.
- COVID-19 Vaccination.
YC are an EEO organisation and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position. Are you ready to join our growing YC family? Apply Now! Head to our website for further information: You Connect (you-connect.com.au)
To apply for this position, please email your resume to [email protected]