Anglicare WA is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Service Support Officer to join our Albany team. This casual position within the Albany Service Support department offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission of providing essential services to the community. If you are passionate about administration and making a positive impact, we invite you to explore this rewarding role with us.

Reach further with us!

Join our Albany Service Support team where you will ensure clients can access our services in the area in ways that are person centred, safe, and responsive. You will be the first point of contact for many clients and will help refer them to services within Anglicare WA where appropriate. You will also provide support to ensure the smooth running of the office providing administrative support, accurately entering data and maintaining electronic client files. Work alongside passionate and dedicated professionals in a client centred environment where you can make an impact.

This is a casual position until a permanent role becomes available. The successful candidate will be required to work across 5 days for the first 3 weeks (some flexibility can be discussed) and up to 17 hours (2 and a half days a week) after that. This role is based at our Albany office at St Johns Anglicare Centre.

What you will bring

You are a passionate and talented individual who wants to be part of a team who delivers quality services to our clients. To be successful in this role you will have:

• Relevant experience in a similar role or Cert IV qualification in community services
• Exceptional communication skills with an ability to relate to a wide range of clients in need of assistance
• Ability to respond to clients in distress, and be comfortable de-escalating people who are upset
• Well-developed computer skills (MS Word, MS Outlook, client management system)
• Financial management skills including ability to issue invoices and receipt money

The successful candidate must possess a current National Police Clearance valid within one year.

Impact and benefits

Sharing your knowledge, skills and experience, you will make an impact to the lives of families and communities across the state.

In return for your drive and commitment, we provide the support of an inclusive and welcoming community which places people at the heart of all the work we do and encourages broad thinking, curiosity, creativity and best practice.

Also:-

• A competitive salary from $38.66 per hour + 25% casual loading + 12% superannuation
• Life-balance friendly working conditions

Why join us?

At Anglicare WA we are all about people, placing people at the heart of our work. We are focused on strengths, believing in and amplifying the strength of people and communities. We are fiercely inclusive, making sure everyone can belong. As trusted partners we are curious and creative, always looking for new ways to do better. We are courageous and gutsy, tackling difficult issues, even when it’s hard.

But don't take our word for it! Here is what our people think:

• “Anglicare WA has a culture which celebrates people, the communities we work for and works in innovative ways with leadership who are connected with the work, everyone feels comfortable to be their unique selves here.”
• “Anglicare WA is really great at living and breathing our values everyday across the organisation, celebrating the diversity within our workforce, doing things differently, constantly trying to break down barriers for clients and families, making new employees feel welcome, great communication!”
• “Anglicare WA supports flexible working (incl WFH). As a single parent my leaders have always been approachable and understanding. I really appreciate being part of an organisation that respects my responsibilities as a parent.”

Apply Now!

If the opportunity excites you to develop your career in an organisation whose values align with yours then we want to hear from you.

To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts attaching a current detailed resume and covering letter.

For further information please contact Lara Roznoczny, Senior Service Support Officer on [email protected].

We are seeking to appoint someone to this role as soon as possible and will close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been identified. Please apply without delay!

Child Safe: Anglicare WA is committed to providing safe environments where children and young people feel valued, respected and are protected from abuse and harm.

Inclusive: We actively promote a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people with a disability. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

Uluru Statement from the Heart: Anglicare WA supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart and is committed to walking alongside First Nations people in a movement of the Australian people for a better future.

Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.