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SalarySupport carers aged up to 64 years or 49 years forAboriginal people, to identify individualised goals to strengthensocial and community connections.
The Role
To join a team consist of 3 x carer coordinators and 2 xcommunity coordinators. Role is based in Elizabeth and will be tosupporting unpaid carers in the Northern region.
As a 'Carer Partner' in the Community Connections Program (CCP),Centacare's Carer Support Program is committed to achieving andsustaining client and system level outcomes for Carers. The programwill achieve this and ensure quality of performance through:
- Outcomes and impact measurement on an ongoing basis.
- Guidance and management from the Community ConnectionsLeadership Team comprised of senior staff from Centacare.
- Ongoing feedback and evaluation mechanisms that will guideimprovements and changes to program delivery.
- Working closely and sharing data with and across RegionalCoordinating Partners
This is a fixed term opportunity until 31 June 2023 (asubsequent fixed-term period may be offered subject tofunding).
See attached Position Description for full details.
What you need to bring
- Certificate level qualification in a relevant field ordemonstrated equivalent experience
- Demonstrated ability to build rapport, stakeholder andcommunity connections
- Valid Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with ChildrenCheck (previously known as 'Child-Related Employment ScreeningClearance')
- Valid Australian Driver's Licence
- Ability to comply with Centacare Policy COVID-19 Vaccinationrequirements
- Ability to do some work outside of standard hours includingweekends and travel between offices when required
Desirable
- Experience working within the community services
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islandercommunities and CALD communities
What's in it for you
- Rewarding role with opportunity to make a difference
- SCHCADS Award 2010 Level 4 $39.26 per hour + super
- Generous salary packaging to help increase your take homepay
- Meal and entertainment card option available
- Experienced and supportive leadership
- Reputable and long-standing organisation
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 6 weeks parental leave for primary carer and 2 weeks forsecondary carer
- Study leave for ongoing employees
- Health insurance discounts with Bupa
Who we are
Each year, we support more than 30,000 people through communityservices in metropolitan and regional South Australia, operatingwithin a strong ethical framework. We are client focused andprovide support regardless of race, economic circumstance, sexualorientation, gender identity, religious belief or ethnicbackground. Centacare is a Child Safe, Quality AccreditedOrganisation and is a registered NDIS provider. We value theuniqueness of individuals, we consult, collaborate and operate withintegrity and professionalism. Centacare is committed tocultivating a harmonious workplace free from harassment anddiscrimination. Equal opportunity principles align with ourmission, vision and values. We believe that treating our workersfairly has a positive impact on our clients and maintains ourreputation as a great place to work.
To learn more about us, click on the video Centacare CatholicFamily Services - Our Story
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter (as one document)outlining how you meet the requirements of this role as outlined inthe position description. To access the position description orsubmit your application click on the Apply button.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity pleasecontact Natalie Tucker, Manager, on 08 8412 9570.
Applications close 5pm on Monday, 10 October2022.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible asapplications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. ClosingDate is subject to change without notice.
Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderbackgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
With respect, no agencies please.
