Support Worker - High Intensity Support
In response to increased demand from our clients and the needs of our community, Focal is looking for exceptional Youth Workers who have extensive experience in Child Safety, PBSPs, Mental Health and Complex Needs to work closely with our clients and their families. Grow with Focal through opportunities to expand your skill sets.-
Benefits of joining Focal
- Part time and Casual Roles available
- Generous Salary Packaging benefits - $15,900
- Employee Assistance Programs
About you
Reliable | Motivated | Passion for empowering others
To be eligible for this role you must have a MINIMUM qualification of Certificate IV in Individual Support or Mental Health and/or AT LEAST 2 years experience dealing with clients who have PBSPs or complex high needs. We have a large number of clients to assist and will require good availability. Open to overnight shifts as well a plus.
Enrolled nurses / university students studying Paramedicine, Psychology, Mental Health, Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work are welcome. Advanced qualifications in a relevant field is highly regarded.
For this specific role, it is ESSENTIAL that you have:
- Minimum 2 years experience working with or have knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder/Asperger’s, Severe Trauma, ADHD
- Certificate IV in Mental Health / Individual Support OR relevant experience
- Experience with PEG Feeding & Manual Handling
- Good physical and mental fitness
- Valid Driver’s Licence along with a comprehensively insured vehicle essential
- Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
- Blue / Yellow or NDIS Worker Screening Clearance Card
- Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate
- MAYBO / CPI training a plus
- Strong work ethic and good reliability
Casual and permanent part-time opportunities are now available.
If you are physically and mentally fit along with the necessary skills and experience APPLY NOW for this purposeful role.