Receptionist / Administrator

Centacare Specialist Family Support Services (SFSS) is a non-profit community organisation that supports the strengthening of family and community relationships, particularly where there is vulnerability and disadvantage.  Our services are available to the entire community regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender or ability. We strive to deliver professional and accountable services whilst empowering our clients to find solutions and achieve their goals.

The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator to assist client’s entry to the service and support the work of SFSS practitioners who offer family dispute resolution, counselling and education services to the community. The position would suit a person who has prior experience in client support services and prior administrative experience. This will be a full time position based in Fortitude Valley and and the role will support a range of services across Brisbane. 
  
The ideal candidate will:

• have the capacity to provide professional and mature administration and reception services in a sensitive service environment
• have sound communication and interpersonal skills
• demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and integrity in working with clients, colleagues, and community stakeholders
• demonstrate attention to detail
• have the ability to work as a flexible and cooperative team member
• be highly organised and able to manage competing demands
• be required to be available for after-hours work

 
Skills and Experience:

• previous experience working in an office administration environment
• demonstrated capacity to provide professional, confidential and discreet support, and resourcing to colleagues and management
• well-developed written communication
• highly functional computer skills
• intermediate to advanced understanding of Microsoft Office Suite
• well-developed general administration skills including reception, accurate data entry, document production and highly functional computer skills

Essential requirements for the role:

• Must have a current Blue Card – or be eligible to apply.
• Have a current driver’s licence.
• Provide a current Australian Federal Police Criminal History Check or successfully pass one.
• Have working rights in Australia.

Why Work for us?We offer a competitive remuneration on the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award level 3. Salary packaging options are available to increase your take home pay by up to $15,900.

How to apply

Click APPLY and submit a cover letter that clearly addresses the above listed skills, experience and essential criteria, as well as a copy of your current résumé. If you would like to know more about this role, please contact Suzanne Forrest at ***************@bne.centacare.net.au.

Please note shortlisting and interviews will commence as applications are received. 
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people (0 - 18 years) and/or vulnerable adults. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or vulnerable adults.