Work from home whilst providing outreach across the eastern part of South Australia – from Riverland to the South East.

• Full-time, fixed-term (June 2025)
• Work from Home, but provide outreach across the eastern part of South Australia – from Riverland to the South East
• Ensure the delivery of a high standard service, supporting anyone who has been bereaved or impacted by suicide at any stage in their life

What we offer:

• Flexible working options – tell us what you need for that work-life balance*
• Access to our fantastic salary packaging options – increase your take home pay by decreasing the amount of tax you pay with $15,899 tax free each year
• Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation Card provides you with an additional $2,650 tax free per year
• Paid parental leave, including superannuation paid on parental leave
• Paid study leave, and financial education assistance up to $6,000
• Genuine career development opportunities across the organisation
• Discounted motor vehicles and gym memberships
• BUPA and Medibank health cover discounts
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you, and your family

*AnglicareSA offers a range of flexible working arrangements that are aimed at meeting your diverse needs and the different operating environments across AnglicareSA. This includes working from home, part-time work, compressed working weeks and flexible working hours. The suitability of different arrangements will depend on your individual needs, the position you are applying for, and team and customer requirements. You are encouraged to discuss your needs during the application process.

Who are we looking for?

In Australia, more than 3,000 people take their own life each year. StandBy – Support After Suicide was established in 2002 to meet the need for a coordinated community response to suicide. This 24/7 program supports anyone who has been bereaved or impacted by suicide at any stage in their life, providing both direct and coordinated support from local service and groups.

We are seeking an experienced Practitioner who understands the impact of suicide and can promptly respond to suicide in the community by supporting those who have been impacted by suicide.

What can you expect to be doing?

• Respond to community notifications and support requests of those who’ve been bereaved or impacted by suicide.
• Ensure quality delivery of the StandBy program, working collaboratively and innovatively to deliver best practice service to clients.
• Ensure notifications and support requests are responded to sensitively and in accordance with the StandBy Model.
• Present at community education workshops, public events and network meetings, raising awareness for the StandBy model.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships across the organisation and other members of the StandBy National Team.

What do you need to bring?

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work or relevant Allied Health profession, or significant relevant experience.
• Experience working with families and individuals bereaved by suicide and demonstrated understanding of the impact of suicide on individuals, groups and communities.
• Proven ability to build constructive relationships and work in partnership with key stakeholders.
• Ability to recognise and effectively manage risk and to make clear decisions in confronting situations.
• Ability to build constructive relationships and work in partnership with various stakeholders.

Who is AnglicareSA?

As one of SA’s largest social services provider, AnglicareSA makes a positive difference to the lives of more than 50,000 people each year. Our 2000 employees, and 300+ volunteers support individuals, families and communities, responding to their immediate need and working with them to build capacity to restore and maintain dignity and control in their lives. Our services are broad, supporting people at every stage of life.

We believe in social justice, the equal worth of each citizen, equality of opportunity and the importance of strong communities. Together we change lives.

How to Apply:

View the attached Job Description via the vacancy’s application page on the AnglicareSA website for further details on the role requirements.

If this sounds like you please click on Apply and submit your application!

We do not accept applications via email but, for more information, please contact: Sarah, Recruitment Business Partner at [email protected]     

Applications close: Monday 23 October, 2023

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. Applications may also close before this date.

YouBelong@AnglicareSA

At AnglicareSA, we want everyone to feel that they can be themselves and that they belong. We value diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings to the people who work with us and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and abilities.

We are committed to the employment of First Nations people. Please contact the person listed above to discuss joining AnglicareSA and visit our website for details on our Aboriginal Services and to access AnglicareSA’s Reconciliation Action Plan.

AnglicareSA is a White Ribbon organisation committed to the prevention of violence against women.