Support advisor (Identified Position - ATSI)

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Support advisor (Identified Position - ATSI). Terms and conditions vacancy

About us

Uniting is a leading and growing not-for-profit organisation with a strategic vision to inspire people, enliven communities and injustice through its services. We are responsible for the work of community services, chaplaincy and social justice advocacy. All of our work is inspired and guided by the principles of justice and compassion.

We are bold, imaginative, respectful and compassionate.

About the opportunity

This is an identified Aboriginal Position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent.

An exciting opportunity exists for a permanent part-time (20 hours) Entry-level Support Advisor to join our Home & Community Care team located in Broken Hill this is an Aboriginal targeted position. Reporting directly to the Senior Support Advisor, in partnership with our clients and their family, you will provide excellent case management to enable them to live with meaning, purpose and independence.

This role aims to improve outcomes for Aboriginal people by enabling them to access culturally appropriate community and in-home support services.

Responsibilities include:

• Client assessment, referral, review and goal planning
• Client funds management and optimization
• Development and negotiation of clients’ individual budgets
• Monitor and translate client feedback into improvement opportunities
• Relationship management with internal and external stakeholders
• Promote Uniting in the community to potential clients
• Commitment to a cohesive and harmonious team

Essential qualifications

• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current Australian Drivers Licence
• Qualifications in Aged Care or Community Services (desirable)
• Certification with the Case Management Society of Australia (desirable)

About you

Key to the success in this role is the demonstrated ability in the below skills and experience:

• Understanding of Aboriginal culture, community health and wellbeing
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
• Enthusiasm for the Health and/or Community Aged Care Services
• Excellent time management & problem solving
• Experience using client/data management systems (desirable)
• Understanding and delivery of case management (desirable)

Benefits and culture

Uniting is proud to be an EEO employer. Uniting supports an inclusive approach in the workplace. We celebrate our diversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Benefits include:

• Salary packaging entitlements
• Ongoing training & development
• Career development opportunities

Click on the link below to apply. If you have any queries, please feel free to contact Naomi Oliver on 02 9376 1430 for a confidential discussion. Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which include a National Police Check and Reference Checks.