Client support officer melbourne

THE ROLE

Role Overview

The Client Support Officer provides a first point of contact for people accessing the services of The Orange Door. Operating within the Hub Support Team, the Client Support Officer will respond to face‐to‐face, electronic and telephone enquiries from members of the public and partner agencies, providing responsive and timely advice and connections to services. The position will work closely with the Orange Door workforce to address client needs at first contact and provide tailored responses to client enquiries.

Accountabilities

• Support the Hub Manager and broader Hub workforce in delivering client‐focused objectives as aligned with strategic policy directions for The Orange Door.
• Competently and sensitively prioritise tasks to provide optimal service delivery to clients.
• Exercise advanced interpersonal communication skills in response to diverse presentations of client needs, including sensitivity to changes in behavioural presentation and indicators of risk and aggression.

Qualifications & Background

• This role requires a Working with Children Check.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.

Additional Information

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre‐employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.