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RFQ are currently recruiting for a casual Support Worker to join our team based in South Port.

The Support Worker will join the core support team and will deliver community outreach and individualised core and capacity support services to Richmond Fellowship Queensland (RFQ) National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants with a mental health diagnosis. This includes but is not limited to supporting NDIS clients to work towards their specified goals and assist with communication and providing support to attend medical appointments, NDIS reviews, community activities and daily tasks of daily living.

No day is the same, but may include:

• Provide clients with identified support with day-to-day tasks and activities in accordance with the published roster.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support clients with day-to-day tasks and activities.
• Undertake duties in accordance with the published roster and in response to direction from Line Supervisors.

You will need:

• A Diploma or Certificate IV in a human services related field or less formal qualifications with demonstrated previous experience working with people with mental illness
• A positive attitude towards those who are marginalised and disadvantaged living with mental health challenges.
• Experience in working with vulnerable and disadvantaged persons
• Life and work skills that is transferable to the role
• A strong sense of professional boundaries and integrity
• Valid drivers’ license and access to a registered roadworthy and insured vehicle (minimum third-party property)
• Access to a smart phone to be used for work purposes

Why RFQ?

At RFQ, we are committed to providing a supportive, collaborative, and empowering environment, where everyone can thrive, by joining us you will have access to:

• Enhance your take home pay with salary packaging of up to $15,900 on general living expenses and additionally up to $2,650 annual entertainment benefits, which also includes access to novated leasing. Explore your cost of living savings HERE!
• Free Employee Assistance Program (available for staff and their family).
• Opportunities for a wide range of career and professional development.
• $41.76 – $45.58 per hour plus applicable penalty rates

Apply Now!

If you are ready to be part of something exciting, together with your resume, submit your application by selecting Apply Now!

A copy of the position description can be downloaded: Support Worker

Further information about the role can be obtained by contacting Executive Manager Service Operations, Diana Bennet 07 5563 8855.

Please note that RFQ is an organisation that embraces diversity.

The position will be subject to positive NDIS Worker Screening Clearance. For further information please visit: www.workerscreening.communities.qld.gov.au/workers/you-start.