Australia Job Openings

Mission Australia

Support Worker

Alice Springs

FULL TIME

September 4, 2024

$42.75 per hour + Super + Penalties
Casual Contract - shift work including overnights
Location: Alice Springs, NT 0870
Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need

Life at Mission Australia

When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us.

Your Opportunity

Stuart Lodge in Alice Springs offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families at risk of or experiencing homelessness. With 33 rooms and up to 68 beds, the facility provides comprehensive support services, including assessment, case coordination, and case management.

As part of the team, you’ll play a key role in providing practical support, day-to-day supervision, and ensuring a positive and safe environment for residents.

This is a 24-hour service, therefore applicants must be available to work morning (9am-5pm), evening (5pm-11pm), & overnight (11pm-9am) shifts when required.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

Establish positive working relationships with clients.
Assist team members in the provision of practical support to clients such as transport and continuous monitoring.
Assist clients with basic needs and support clients in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner.
Assist team members with client compliance to program rules and responsibilities.
Undertake basic administrative tasks in accordance with instructions.

Requirements for Success

Previous experience in a similar position.
Experience working with Aboriginal communities with an understanding and respect for the culture
Be computer literate in Microsoft programs
Be willing to work as part of a roster which includes nights and weekends
Senior First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain would is desired

We strongly encourage people who identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to apply.

Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.

Our culture

Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.

We prioritize the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.

If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email

talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au

Your benefits

Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
Free external, confidential counselling

Volunteering opportunities
Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave.
Additional $350 each year to help with cost of living in a remote area
Access to up to 3 additional days Personal/carers leave each year

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