One Full Time role and One Permanent Part time role (24 hours per week)
We have exciting CLS-R Community Support Worker opportunities available at our Coffs Harbour hub.
Community Living Supports for Refugees (CLS-R) is a unique program that aims to provide trauma-informed, recovery focused and culturally appropriate psychosocial supports to refugees and asylum seekers who are experiencing psychological distress, mental ill health and impaired functioning.
Key responsibilities
Provide direct practical support to consumers to improve and maintain their independent living skills. This includes assistance in budgeting skills, social activities, shopping and other areas.
Develop, implement, and review person-centred, individualised support plans for consumers that are holistic, culturally appropriate and trauma informed.
Support consumers to identify their wellbeing needs and aspirations in collaboration with the consumer’s family, carers and other key sources of support.
Work closely with New Horizons and NSW Health clinicians in order to deliver comprehensive service to consumers.
Facilitate consumer access to education, vocational training and employment opportunities.
Support consumers to participate in social and recreational activities including assisting clients to develop/strengthen their relationship with their identified community.
Engage in consumer advocacy and/or assist consumers to develop self-advocacy skills and strategies.
Keeping consumer records up to date on a daily basis using online systems
Essential Criteria
Qualifications in Mental Health, Social Work, Social Welfare or other relevant social science or behavioural disciplines, or significant relevant experience.
Demonstrated understanding of issues affecting refugees and asylum seekers and the effects of trauma on individuals, young people, families, and communities.
Knowledge of the cultures and health needs of refugee communities.
Demonstrated knowledge and an ability to engage with the NSW Health and Social Services sector.
Technical literacy with proven ability to use Microsoft Office and systems for reporting.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.
Valid NSW Drivers C class licence, with ability to drive vehicles in licence class, including large cars and vans.
Current Police Check (not older than 3 months, NSW WWCC and NDIS WC to meet New Horizons employment criteria prior to commencing with us.
What we’re offering
Take advantage of the tax benefits available only to employees who work for a not for profit organisation – through lower tax deductions, we can pay more money to you each week! (for permanent and max term positions)
Salary Packaging: Up to $15,900 annually, maximising your take-home pay.
Entertainment Allowance: An additional $2,650 annually for dining, holidays, and more. Fitness Passport
Paid Parental Leave: Comprehensive leave to support growing families.
Fitness Passport: Affordable access to gyms and fitness centers.
Employee Assistance Program providing counselling services
A supportive culture and working environment
How to Apply
If you can see yourself in this rewarding role, please apply now.