Carer Wellbeing & Support Planner

• Permanent full-time
• Based in Blackburn
• Join a values-driven organisation making a real impact

The role of the Carer Wellbeing Support Planner involves the implementation of the Carers Star^TM conversation tool to understand the needs of unpaid carers and develop goal directed care plans in conjunction with the carer. They also facilitate supports based on identified needs including provision of brokered services.

Our work isnt easy but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.

In addition to your base salary super you can access the following.

• An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave
• Ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15900 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as rent groceries bills clothing and much more
• 10% discount for eligible employees on the childcare subsidy gap fee when using a Uniting Early Learning service or centre
• Up to 10 weeks paid parental leave
• Our people are central access leadership development

Tertiary qualifications in either Disability Social Work Health Psychology Community Services Development or equivalent.

You will also have:

• Understanding of privacy and confidentiality obligations.
• Understanding of the issues related specifically to the caring role.
• Experience or knowledge regarding the provision of care to the elderly mental health younger people and people with disabilities.
• High level engagement care planning and assessment skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prepare and deliver reports or presentations (desirable).
• High level of networking communication and negotiation skills (desirable).

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If this role sounds like a good fit for you please apply soon. Well review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.

For any questions please reach out to Minal Khairnar Team Leader Carer Wellbeing Support Services on to arrange a chat.

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

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Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children at all times. As a child safe organisation employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Through the recruitment process we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional however it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal a person with disability from a diverse background or LGBT. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.