Your future Workplace

Sacred Heart Mission is a community of dedicated people working together to end homelessness and disadvantage. Our strength lies in our shared purpose and values. We welcome individuality and support each other to bring our best selves to the work we do each day.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in a fun and friendly organisation with a big heart.

Your new role

The Rooming House Plus Program (RHPP) by Sacred Heart Mission (SHM) offers long-term accommodation and support to 66 residents with a history of homelessness and complex needs. Situated in a vibrant six-story apartment block, the program focuses on helping residents build life skills and foster community connections. In your new role you will:

• Assist residents to engage with current supports such as; NDIS, Area mental health services and Community health services.
• Foster and develop positive relationships with internal stakeholders
• Assist in day-to-day operations of the program
• Ensure services are delivered to clients using social inclusion and trauma informed principles

This is a full-time role with regular weekend work available. A variety of roster options to suit your work/life balance are available and can be discussed at interview.

The person we're looking for

The successful candidate will have:

• A strong commitment to helping individuals overcome social disadvantage, with a genuine desire to make a positive impact in their lives
• Diploma level qualification in community welfare, psychology or social work
• Be team focused with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Skilled and experienced in engaging with clients from diverse backgrounds, with a sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to handle challenging behaviours professionally.
• Able to work a minimum of one sleepover shift per week

The perks of the job

• $38.47 to $41.25 per hour depending on experience. Penalty rates apply for weekend and afternoon shifts.
• Join an experienced and diverse team.
• A supportive work environment including Psychological First Aid and EAP.
• Free onsite parking
• Generous leave entitlements including 3 extra days paid leave, wellbeing leave, gender affirmation leave
• Salary packaging expenses like your rent, holiday accommodation and dining out: up to $15,990 pre-tax
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Access to the Portable Long Service Benefits Scheme

To join our team, simply click "Apply Now".

For more information about the role, contact Lisa Grant on 0438 160 287.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, and the position may close earlier than stated if we have found suitable candidates.

SHM is committed to equal employment opportunities for all people regardless of age, gender, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.  We recognise the strength and value in diversity, and actively foster an inclusive workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. 

All appointments are subject to Police Checks and certain roles require additional pre-screening or evidence of COVID-19 vaccination as outlined in the position description.

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