Dear Applicant
Thank you for your expression of interest in the fulltime position of Bridges Support Worker located in Katanning.
To assist you in the completion of your application we have enclosed the following documentation:
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Application Form (Please return with your application)
Anglicare WA Vision and Values Statement.
Job Description form.
Applicants are asked to complete an Application Form, attach a covering letter and a detailed Resume. Your
Resume will need to highlight your duties and achievements from previous and current roles most relevant to
this position. You will also need to include the names and contact details of two referees who can confirm
what you have stated in your resume including your current or recent line manager.
Your Resume will be assessed by our selection panel for short listing purposes in relation to the requirements of
the position.
Should you be short-listed for the vacancy, the selection panel will further assess your suitability for the position
using a range of other methods which may include a structured interview.
Please note that completion of a National Police clearance will be required if you are offered a position with
Anglicare WA along with a Working with Children clearance where indicated.
The salary for Level 3.3 is $48,275 gross per annum plus superannuation.
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
You may submit your application marked ‘Confidential’ in one of the following ways.
Post:
Human Resource Coordinator
Anglicare WA
PO Box C138
PERTH WA 6839
In Person:
Human Resource Coordinator
23 Adelaide Terrace
EAST PERTH WA 6004
Fax:
Email:
(08) 9263 2108
With marked attention to Human Resource
Coordinator
recruitment@anglicarewa.org.au
Please type the position title in the subject line.
Please do not hesitate to contact Kim Attwell, Bridges Senior Support Worker on 0418 384 021 if you have any
further questions regarding the position.
Yours sincerely
HUMAN RESOURCE COORDINATOR
Anglicare WA
APPLICATION FORM
VACANCY DETAILS
Position Title
Location
Type of
employment
Position Level
Full Time
Part Time
Casual
PERSONAL DETAILS
Given name
Last Name
Date of Birth
(Optional)
Home Address
Postcode
Home Telephone
Mobile
Work Telephone
Email Address
CITIZENSHIP DETAILS
Are you an Australian Citizen
or a Permanent Resident
Yes
No
If Yes, please provide details of your
Australian Citizenship Certificate
Number
If No – please provide details of
your temporary visa
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT
Please indicate your current employment status
Full Time
Part Time
Casual
Contract
Not Currently Employed
Please provide all current employer(s) details.
Previous Anglicare Employment
Have you been previously employed with Anglicare WA?
Yes
No
If YES, please provide details.
DISABILITIES AND INJURIES
A disability or medical condition is NOT a barrier to the consideration of an application for employment.
However, to assist in assessing opportunities for your placement in appropriate employment please indicate
whether you have a disability or injury likely to affect your work performance or which could recur or be
aggravated by the type of work for which you are applying.
Please give details of any injuries or
disabilities you may have.
WORKERS COMPENSATION CLAIMS
A previous Workers Compensation Claim is NOT a barrier to the consideration of an application for
employment. However, to assist in assessing opportunities for your placement in appropriate employment,
please indicate if you have ever made a claim for workers compensation. A pre medical may be requested if
your injury could impact on the requirements of this position.
Please give details of any workers
compensation claim(s) including the date
of the claim and the name of the
insurance company
Is the workers compensation claim still
current? If YES please provide the date of
the claim and name of the insurance
company
CONVICTIONS
Do you have any convictions for any offences FROM ANY COURT, or are you currently the subject
of any charge pending before the Court? You do not have to give details of any convictions
which you are declared spent.
If YES please give details of any
convictions you may have.
Do you have any convictions which are over 10 years old (or 5 years for Juvenile convictions),
where the sentence imposed was imprisonment for a period greater than 30 months?
If YES please give details of any
convictions you may have.
Have you ever been convicted of a sexual offence or any other offence against a person if the
victim of the offence was under 18 at the time of the offence was committed?
If YES please give details of any
convictions you may have
A criminal record does not necessarily disqualify an applicant. If rejection of your application is
considered solely because of a criminal record, you will be given the opportunity to discuss the
matter fully before a final decision is made.
REFEREES
Please provide the names of two current Referees
Name
Organisation
Position
Work Telephone
Name
Organisation
Position
Work Telephone
PRIVACY
Anglicare WA is careful to protect the privacy of individuals and all information disclosed on this form is treated
strictly confidentially. Information disclosed on the application form will only be used in accordance with the
Privacy Act 1988 Guidelines.
I give my permission for Anglicare WA to contact my referees for reference checking. I acknowledge that by
submitting this application that I am declaring all statements in the application to be true in all respects. I
acknowledge that any statement which is found to be false or deliberately misleading will make me, if
employed, liable for disciplinary action including possible dismissal.
Signed ……………………………………………………..
Date………………………………………………
How did you find out about this job?
Western Australian
Local Newspaper
Seek.com.au
Other
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
Have you completed and attached the following?
1. The employment Application Form (all sections)
Yes
No
2. Selection Criterion addressed and included
Yes
No
3. Copy of an up to date CV attached
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
4. Certified copies of any Educational Certificates/Qualifications
attached
5. Copy or certified copy of current Police Clearance attached
6. Current Working with Children Card – photocopy attached (if
applicable)
ANGLICARE
JOB DESCRIPTION FORM
JOB TITLE
BRIDGES SUPPORT WORKER
LEVEL
3
HRJDF 819
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
General Manager Social Inclusion
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Regional Manager Great Southern
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Coordinator Bridges
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Bridges Support Worker
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
To provide appropriate levels of support to people with a disability whom
Disability Services Commission has approved.
CERTIFICATION
This document is an accurate statement of the duties and responsibilities of
this position.
Signed:
Date: _____________
CEO / Executive General Manager
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
As the Position-Holder, I have noted the statement of duties, responsibilities
and other requirements as detailed in this document.
Name: (Print)
Signed:
Date: ______________
KEY DUTIES
ADMINISTRATION AND REPORTING
 Ensure administration and office procedures meet Anglicare WA and funding
body accountability requirements.
 Ensure reporting and data collection mechanisms are in line with funding
requirements.
 Attend staff meetings as required.
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Provision of feedback to Supervisor regarding appropriateness of support plans
and activities.
Provision of feedback to clients regarding the appropriateness of support plans.
CLIENT SERVICES
 Provide appropriate levels of support to people with a disability in social and
community interactions.
 Preparation of support plans that reflect the client’s needs and interests.
 Advocacy and negotiation on behalf of clients to ensure their needs are met.
 Support people with a disability within the community to access recreational
activities.
 Ensure service standards for program delivery are appropriate.
 Assistance with communication and social skills to promote client’s interaction
with others in the community.
 Participate and assist with chosen recreational activities as required.
NETWORKING AND REPRESENTATION
 Promote inclusion and participation in socially appropriate community settings
and activities.
 Information and support to access existing local community activities and groups,
and build networks and friendships.
 Establish good working relationships with clients and their families.
OTHER
 Participate in Anglicare activities as required.
 Compliance with all Anglicare WA policies and procedures.
 Other duties as required.
SELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL
Qualifications
 Certificate III in Community Services (Disabilities) or equivalent experience.
Skills
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Demonstrated skills in developing support plans within a case management
framework.
Demonstrated skills in advocacy and negotiation.
Ability to teach independent living skills.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
Knowledge
 Knowledge of local resources available.
 Demonstrate a contemporary understanding and attitude towards working with
people who have a disability.
Attributes
 Ability to identify and initiate tasks; work independently; work effectively under
pressure and work with minimal supervision.
 Able to travel throughout the region.
 Ability to work within the Christian ethos of Anglicare WA.
 Possess a current National Police Clearance.
 Possess a current Working with Children Check if applicable.
 Possess a current WA Driver’s Licence (if applicable).
“From Surviving to Thriving”
Corporate Purpose
Anglicare WA works together with people, families and their communities to enhance their abilities to
cope with the challenges of life and relationships.
The Vision
We live in a just and fair society in which all people thrive.
Anglicare WA’s role in that society is as a leading not-for-profit organisation highly regarded by
clients, funders and donors. It plays an important part in building strong communities and families.
It influences policy makers and ensures that institutions and systems are attuned to the needs of
all people in our community. Our work is achieved in a spirit of reconciliation between Aboriginal
and non-Aboriginal Western Australians.
Values
Our values are drawn from our history and connection to the Anglican Church and our belief
that we are here to assist people to move from “surviving to thriving”. They are deeply
embedded in our behaviours and our decision making.
Compassion: We have a deep awareness and understanding of the needs and aspirations of
others. We want to make a difference, particularly to people and families in greatest need.
Responsiveness: We are able to proactively and innovatively respond to the changing needs of the
people and communities with whom we work.
Inclusion: We are non-judgmental, non-discriminatory and accepting of all people. We are a trusted
member of the communities we serve.
Empowerment: We walk alongside others to uncover strengths and talents, build community and
advocate for social justice.
Leadership: With courage and determination we stand by our convictions. We actively support our
partners who share our aspirations.
Beneficiary Performance Indicator
The ability of clients to thrive within their lives and relationships