This is an exciting time for the Newpin service, and we are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to fill the role of Support Worker at our Port Adelaide Centre. If you have a positive, “can-do” attitude and thrive in busy environments where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

This is a 6-month fixed-term position, offered at 0.6 FTE (part-time)

About the Role:

As a Support Worker, you will work closely with the Attachment Coach and other team members to provide high-quality services to families involved in the reunification process.

This is not an NDIS Support Worker role, you will be providing support to children and families.

This role is responsible for:

Support parents in developing their parenting capacity, fostering positive relationships and attachment

Provide support to the Attachment Coach to facilitate the care of children

Work as part of a team, sharing responsibilities and providing support, in staff absences and busy service periods

Provide transport for parents to and from the Newpin Centre

Maintain appropriate level of confidentiality with respect to service users and organisational matters

As a part of this job role, you will have the responsibility of maintaining comprehensive and accurate case notes, collaborating closely with your team members to ensure that all necessary assessments, data collection, and reporting are completed in a timely and precise manner.

You will be expected to provide essential administrative support by managing meeting agendas, recording minutes, and producing detailed meeting minutes.

About You

You will have demonstrated experience in the following areas:

Certificate III Community Services or equivalent industry experience

Front line customer service for all enquiries, phone based and face-to-face contact

Ability to help maintain a culture of motivated team members

Demonstrated knowledge and experience on culturally appropriate engagement with Aboriginal communities

Previous customer service experience

Driver's Licence and feel confident driving with clients

About Us

Uniting Communities is a leading, inclusive not-for profit community services organisation working alongside more than 80,000 South Australians each year to reduce inequality, improve wellbeing, overcome disadvantage, and support people to live the best lives they can. We value diversity and are committed to providing respectful, accessible services.

Why Work For Us?

In addition to your salary, you can package up to $15,900 per year pre-tax and additionally a $2,650 Meals and Entertainment card.

How could working for a Not-For-Profit impact your take home pay? Visit our salary packaging provider for details - Access Pay

12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave

1 Week Paid Cultural Leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Staff

1 Day of Community Engagement Leave

Check out our additional benefits at www.unitingcommunities.org

What Next?

Please attach a cover letter addressing the role and your passion for working in this field and a current resume.

Closing date is midnight 8th June. Apply early; closing date subject to change.

As an organisation, we are committed to protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks.