AddressCOMPENSATION ADVOCATE – RSL TASMANIA
- Would you like to support and assist our Veteran Community?
- Do you have an interest in legislation?
- Are you looking for career development opportunities?
If you want to part of a team that makes a genuine difference within the Tasmanian community, this could be the job for you.
ABOUT RSL TASMANIA
RSL Tasmania are the state’s Peak Body, and largest Ex-Service Non- Government Organisation in Tasmania. We provide Wellbeing, Employment and Compensation services to Veterans and their families across the state. Our Wellbeing team advocate for the best possible outcomes for all current and ex-serving Veterans making Tasmania a place where Veterans and their families can thrive.
THE POSITION
Compensation Advocates provide assistance to Veterans with claim and appeal matters to the Department of Veteran Affairs. You will support Veterans with applications of service-related conditions, and liaise with a range of stakeholders and health care professionals to assess their compensation, medical and rehabilitation support requirements.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE PART OF OUR TEAM
You do not need previous experience as a Compensation Advocate to apply, but you must be willing to complete Level 1 and Level 2 Military Compensation training and Mental Health First Aid training. We will cover the cost of this training and provide ongoing support and mentoring as you learn the job and complete your training.
You will have strong administration skills, experience or knowledge with legislation and compliance frameworks, and the ability to work effectively to achieve client outcomes within those frameworks. You will have well-developed communication and problem solving skills, be highly organised, and the ability to be empathetic in a highly sensitive environment.
Ideally you will have a tertiary qualification in Community Services or a relevant discipline, and/or experience with case management, assessment and referral processes. An understanding and knowledge of the Veteran community would be an advantage.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU IN RETURN
We offer a competitive remuneration package that includes access to not-for-profit salary packaging arrangements.
We value our people and the contribution they make to our community. We have a strong culture that supports a healthy work-life balance, offer flexible work arrangements, and provide a number of benefits such as a paid day off on your birthday and paid holidays between Christmas and New Year.
For a position description, or to learn more about this role, please contact via:
phone (03) 6242 8*** or email *****@rsltas.org.au
Applications close: Sunday 26th May 11.59pm.
