Community Services and Development,Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical,Voluntary, Charity & Social Work
Micah Projects is a community based not-for-profit organisation with a vision to create justice and respond to injustice at the personal, social, and structural levels in church, government, business, and society. We believe that every child and adult has the right to a home, an income, healthcare, education, safety, dignity, and connection with their community of choice. Micah Projects provides a range of support and advocacy services to individuals and families.
Job Description
Home for Good is dedicated to finding sustainable solutions for people experiencing homelessness and those at risk, including individuals, families, and children. Based in inner-city Brisbane, we offer a range of services such as information, support, advocacy, health, recreational, and employment services.
As a Transport and Support Worker, you will play a key role in delivering centre-based services with outreach components. Through assessment, triage, and prioritisation, you will respond to the immediate needs of individuals and families facing homelessness or the risk of homelessness.
This is a fixed term part time (48hrs per fortnight) employment opportunity until June 30, 2025 with conditions and salary at Level 2 of the SCHADS Award.
Desired Skills and Experience
You should have a strong understanding of social justice, homelessness and domestic violence issue with a familiarity with community resources and systems.
You will also need excellent communication, problem solving and conflict resolution skills and an ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients from diverse backgrounds.
For more information about the role and to learn more about the key selection criteria, see Position Description.
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Join a well-recognised multidisciplinary organisation;
Salary Packaging option up to $15,899, increasing your take home pay (additional meals and entertainment card option up to $2,650);
Access to other employee benefits, including supply of uniforms, and wellbeing hub;
Ongoing professional development opportunities, including further training, so you can broaden your horizons and sharpen your skillset during your time with us;
Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Program.
How to Apply!
If you believe that you have interest, passion, and desire to make a difference in people’s lives, please visit the Micah Projects Careers Page to apply for this position.
Please supply a Resume/CV and a covering letter/email addressing the Key Responsibilities and Essential Criteria (maximum of 2 pages), along with any other relevant documentation.
While the deadline to receive applications is 5pm, Friday 4 October 2024, applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying!
Micah Projects is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences. We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.
