Support Coordinator - Perth, Australia - St John of God Health Care

St John of God Health Care

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Perth, Australia

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49598- Perth, WA, Australia

Psychologist
Social Worker
Youth Worker
Permanent Fulltime
Closing on: Nov
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Position Description
Welcome to St John of God Health Care

St John of God Health Care is one of the largest private providers of health care services in Australia, employing more than 16,000 employees (caregivers).

We operate 27 hospitals and services comprising more than 3,500 hospital beds, including home nursing, disability services and social outreach programs.

With over 127 years' experience in health care, we have an excellent reputation as a caring, nurturing and supportive employer.

Learning is highly valued and there are many opportunities for professional development.

The Position

St John of God Social Outreach provides a range of no or low-cost mental health, homelessness and capacity building services to over 5500 people in the community across Victoria, Western Australia, New South Wales and the Asia Pacific, particularly in areas where we have identified gaps in service provision.

Horizon House Young Mother and Baby Program Dianella provides accommodation, holistic care, and intensive support to pregnant young women aged 16 to 22 years who are vulnerable and homeless or at risk of homelessness. Horizon House Dianella provides support to residents during pregnancy, preparing for the birth of their child, post-natal follow up, developing their independent living skills and assisting their transition to independent living.

A rare opportunity is available for a
Support Coordinator to join our friendly and committed team in the Young Mother and Baby Program at our Horizon House
Dianella.

In the position of Support Coordinator you will primarily oversee and coordinate the operational running and program delivery of the YMBP at Horizon House Dianella, including associated transition placements.

This entails working in collaboration with the Practice Lead to prepare and assess new referrals, facilitate regular team meetings including case discussions and service coordination.

You will also provide line management of team members including regular supervision, performance development and individual de-briefing as required.

To be considered Applicants must hold a minimum Certificate 4 in Youth Work, Social Work or Psychology.

Extensive experience working with young mothers and babies in a residential care setting with an understanding of early development needs is essential for this position.

We are offering this role on a
permanent full time position, working 76 hours per fortnight

A willingness and capacity to embrace the Mission and Values of St John of God Health Care.
Tertiary qualification from a recognised University and/or TAFE College in Youth Work, Social Work or Psychology and a minimum of 5 years' experience working with young people in a residential care setting.
Sound understanding of the particular challenges involved in service delivery to young people in the homelessness sector.
Demonstrated ability to act with a high level of professional integrity and emotional resilience whilst working with and supporting a team to meet the needs of vulnerable young people who have been exposed to trauma.
Experience in program coordination and leadership of a team to successfully support program delivery.
High level of verbal and written communication skills and computer literacy.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and as a team
Strong risk management skills with effective, flexible and sound problem solving skills.
Participate in the out of hours roster as On Call Coordinator.
Hold a full (unrestricted) State Drivers Licence.
Be responsible for maintaining current First Aid and CPR Certification.

We can offer:

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Salary: $94,159 - $98, % superannuation

Generous salary packaging options
Up to $15900 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent, or other everyday living expenses
Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
Access to novated leasing to use pretax dollars for a car and expenses
A welcoming & supportive culture
Flexible work options
Discounts on hospital services & private health insurance
Dynamic role in multidisciplinary team

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_All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the essential requirements of the role. Position description available via the link__ _
_Support Coordinator (Youth Services), Social Outreach.pdf_

St John of God Social Outreach is committed to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable people in its care and proactively takes measures to protect children/vulnerable people from abuse._
For all enquiries, please contact Dana Anderson, Manager Youth Services WA, on _

**_ Application close November 20th_