First Nations Support Worker Disaster Recovery Program
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Job Location:
Townsville - Australia
Monthly Salary:
$ 48 - 48
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Your Opportunity
The position of the Support Worker is responsible for supporting individuals and communities affected by disasters under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). The role contributes to community recovery by delivering administrative support promoting resilience safety and connection. The Support Worker will assist TAIHS patients to attend Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) appointments assist them to participate in SEWB activities and/or assist with organising and facilitating SEWB Team group activities.
THIS IS AN IDENTIFIED ROLE FOR INDIGENOUS AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLE.
Duties & Responsibilities
Travel and provide administrative and other key supports in the Burdekin Charters Towers Hinchinbrook and Townsville regions
Support patients to attend appointments
Assist to coordinate SEWB Team administrative functions as required
Conduct client outreach as requested
Support and facilitate group activities
Support and facilitate the thorough care of Disaster Recovery Referrals between GPs mental health services social support agencies and/or emergency recovery partners
Liaise with and support clients to access the services applicable to wellbeing
Prepare and maintain reports / statistics associated with the role and responsibilities
Required Qualifications and Experience
Qualification Cert III Health Worker Community Services or Clinical Practice or a qualification deemed relevant to the role
Proven ability to support and facilitate support groups and cultural groups
Demonstrated respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people history and culture
Proven ability to liaise with and support clients to access the services applicable to wellbeing
Proven ability to prepare and maintain reports / statistics associated with the role and responsibilities
Sound interpersonal skills with the ability to value individual strengths and limitations
Mental Health training experience (Desirable)
Sound interpersonal skills with the ability to value individual strengths and limitations
Required Licenses and Checks
Ability to pass a National Police Check no Serious/Criminal/Court Records
Current Blue Card (Queenslands Working with Children Check)
Current C Class Drivers Licence (Qld)
Proof of qualifications and current registration (as appropriate) are to be provided prior to commencement of employment
Current First Aid and CPR
Required Attributes
Culturally safe communication skills
Effective communication skills written verbal and interpersonal
Ability to display initiative and motivation
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Empathic and patient nature
Ability to multitask and prioritise duties
Conditions and Benefits of the Position
TAIHS provides access to an employee assistance program and access to learning and development opportunities. Your employment experience with TAIHS will include work-life balance with competitive salary and benefits generous leave entitlements career progression opportunities and the chance to make a difference to the people and communities.
TAIHS is committed to building an inclusive culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity. The position involves working with a multicultural organisation where the majority of employees clients and stakeholders identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Employees demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people communicate effectively and empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
TAIHS acknowledges that we respectfully journey together to aspire to be a culturally capable organisation. We are an inclusive equal employment opportunity employer and place value on our diverse workforce. We encourage applicants representing all genders ethnicities ages languages sexual orientations people with a disability and those with family responsibilities to apply.
To Apply:
Please visit the TAIHS Careers Page for more information and Position Description at: the apply now button
You must submit the below documentation;
- CV/Resume
- One page cover letter detailing how you will achieve success in the position
Applications Close: Sunday January 18 at midnight
Email: / Website: IS AN IDENTIFIED ROLE FOR INDIGENOUS AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PEOPLE
Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Direct Support
- Computer Operation
- Caregiving
- Case Management
- Special Needs
- Training & Development
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Word Processing
- Addiction Counseling
