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 works to find sustainable solutions for people who are homeless or for individuals, families and children who might become homeless without support. Located in inner-city Brisbane, a range of services are available for individuals and families including information, support, advocacy, health, recreational, and employment services. These services are funded and compliant with Queensland Government Specialist Homelessness Program Guidelines.
As the Support and Advocacy Worker, you will work as part of Home for Good to provide either centre based or outreach services through assessment, triage and prioritisation based on presenting needs of individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
This is a permanent part time employment opportunity with conditions and salary at Level 2 of the SCHADS Award.
Desired Skills and Experience
Key Responsibilities:
Promote a culture of respect, safety, and trauma-informed approaches.
Deliver centre-based or outreach services using a person-centred approach.
Develop support and health care plans.
Advocate and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare documentation for housing and service eligibility.
Submit referrals to internal and external agencies.
Transport individuals to support services or safe accommodation as needed.
Enter and process data accurately and timely.
Participate in supervision, professional development, meetings, and training sessions.
Contribute to a safe workplace in compliance with the Work Health and Safety Act 2011.
Essential Criteria:
Formal qualification relevant to the role and/or demonstrated experience in a community-based environment.
Knowledge or capacity to acquire knowledge of solution-focused and problem-solving approaches.
Strong engagement and interpersonal skills with a non-judgemental approach.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culturally diverse backgrounds.
IT competency, including data and case management systems, Outlook, and Office.
Positive attitude, flexibility, and ability to work both autonomously and within a team.
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 click on apply.
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 10 January 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.
