Introduction
Micah Projects is a community based not-for-profit organisation with a vision to create justice and respond to injustice at the personal, social and structural levels in church, government, business and society.
We believe that every child and adult has the right to a home, an income, healthcare, education, safety, dignity and connection with their community of choice.
Micah Projects provides a range of support and advocacy services to individuals and families.
Description
Lotus Place is a dedicated state-wide support service for people who experienced childhood abuse in institutional settings.
Services are offered from three locations: Brisbane, Rockhampton and Townsville.
Lotus Place provides integrated peer support, advocacy, counselling and other specialised services to those who have experienced childhood abuse in institutional settings.
We aim to empower and foster independence through participation and access to appropriate resources, opportunities and services within the community.
An information and resource centre.
Personal skills development opportunities.
Support to access government and community services.
Support to seek redress of past abuse through the National Redress Scheme, criminal justice system, civil process or through church or religious institutional processes.
Support people to obtain personal records.
Support to reconnect with family and trace family history.
Access to professional support and counselling services.
Support to access the My Aged Care system.
Referral to other specialist services.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Centre Based Support and Advocacy Worker to work as part of the Lotus Support Services Team to advocate for and support individuals and families to access or maintain permanent and affordable housing, support, social and health services.
This is a full-time employment opportunity until June **** at Level 4 of the SCHADS Award.
Key Responsibilities
Assist individuals through a team-based approach to resolve their crisis and identify solutions, including enhancing their resilience and coping mechanisms and establishing or re-establishing support networks.
Use tools and processes for planned support and coordination with other agencies.
Maintain a high quality of work with individuals and families and keep well-documented case notes using the Data and Case Management system.
Provide proactive and supported referrals to specialist services.
Essential Criteria
Relevant certificate, diploma or tertiary qualification and extensive experience or a combination of experience, expertise and competence.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience of working with people who have experienced disadvantages and build on the knowledge of the support services system for Forgotten Australians across Australia.
Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills to maximize participant care within the multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability and commitment to work collaboratively within a team and with external stakeholders.
More information about the role and to learn more about the key selection criteria, select the link to the Position Description.
In SEEK click on Apply Now to access the Position Description through our careers page.
Benefits of working at Micah Projects
Join a well-recognised multidisciplinary organisation.
Salary packaging option up to $15,899 to increase take-home pay (additional meals and entertainment card option up to $2,650).
Access to discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family.
Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Program.
Ongoing professional development opportunities including further training so you can broaden your horizons and sharpen your skillset during your time with us.
Access to other employee benefits including Portable Long Service Leave (QLeave), supply of uniforms and flare benefits.
How to Apply
If you believe that you have interest, passion and desire to make a difference in people's lives, please click on apply.
Please supply a Resume / CV and a covering letter / email addressing the Key Responsibilities and Essential Criteria (maximum of 2 pages) along with any other relevant documentation.
While the deadline to receive applications is Friday 14 November ****, applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying
Micah Projects is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences.
We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.
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
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