Carer Support Specialist
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Carer Support Specialist to join our team in the Nambour region. This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of carers by providing consistent presence and reliable support.
This position integrates community development and community engagement approaches to raise awareness and enhance accessibility to Carer Gateway services through our Carer Hubs.
The Role Involves Four Key Functions:
* Building Relationships: Create seamless connections between Carers and vital community resources, cultivating meaningful relationships that support wellbeing and independence.
* Empowering Carers: Support Carers to thrive, focusing on holistic well-being, going beyond basic needs to help carers achieve their full potential.
* Hub Oversight: Oversight of the Nambour Carer Hub, facilitating social interaction and promoting wellbeing, connection and a sense of belonging.
* Community Programs: To create, invite, and implement community programs that cater to the diverse needs of Carers.
Requirements Include:
* Experience working with family carers in mental health, alcohol and other drugs, community support services.
* Diploma or above in a support discipline and/or Equivalent Community sector experience.
* Current valid Driver's Licence.
* Strong technology skills.
* Satisfactory National Police Records Check (within 12 months).
* WWCC / QLD Blue Card.
* NDIS Workers Screening check / QLD Yellow Card.
* Appropriate IT Skills.
* Right to Work within Australia.
* NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.