About MCCGC & CURA
We are a multicultural non-profit organisation that has been servicing the community since 1983. Our mission is to Connect Community and Make Life Better by providing personalised support that helps multicultural community members, seniors and people with disability be independent, active and connected in their community. We are an equal opportunity employer with an inclusive workforce and culture, where employees are valued and celebrated for their diversity. Our staff speak over 40 languages and we have customers from many different cultural backgrounds. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and abilities.
About the role:
The Wellbeing Health Advisor assists clients and families with psychosocial support and advocacy through assessment, counselling, information provision, access to community resources, and service planning.They will also provide clinical supervision to service delivery staff and contribute to service development. There is an expectation that effective, high-quality care is provided to clients throughout their journey with MCCGC / CÜRA.
A good understanding and working knowledge of the range of the service systems including Family Violence, My Aged Care, Transition Care Program, and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), Mental Health and the recovery model is essential.
The nature of this work requires a flexible approach and the ability to adapt to a broad range of working environments.
The Wellbeing Health Advisor has a key role in assessment and management of:
- vulnerable people including family violence, elder abuse, (more descriptors as appropriate)
- advocating on behalf of clients
- discharge planning
- assessment and planning for clients
- supporting clients who have a chronic disease
- referral to, and liaison with community services for post discharge services
- crisis intervention
- counselling; and bereavement support
About yourself:
We are looking for someone who has:
- A Tertiary qualification in a discipline, with an emphasis on psychotherapeutic practice such as Social Work, Counselling, or Psychology
- Eligibility for membership or registration to relevant professional association or experience within a community support-based company
- Experience within Allied health services sectors
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
- Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
What you’ll need:
- Current Driver’s License and a registered and reliable car with CTP Insurance
- Current CPR and First Aid certificate from a recognised institute
- Current National Police Check
- COVID Vaccine Record as directed by Public Health Authorities
Benefits of working with us include:
- Flexibility: Hybrid work environment and Wellness Days provided
- Salary Packaging: Pay less tax and have more money to spend by using some of your pre-tax earnings to pay for everyday expenses (groceries, rent, mortgage, etc.)
- Super: 10.5% contribution
- Training & Development: Take advantage of regular opportunities for training to develop your skills and experience.
- Career Progression: Get help with your career development goals. We support you along the journey and can help you with further qualifications
- Diversity & Inclusion: Work with an incredibly culturally diverse team; 65% of our staff were born outside of Australia and collectively we speak over 40 different languages
- Strong Values: Take pride in working for a multicultural organisation that values Unity, Compassion, Integrity, Respect and Joie de Vivre (Joy of Life)
- Free Uniforms: Choose from a range of options to suit your preference
If this sounds like you and you’re interested in joining our team, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to complete an application form.
If you have any further queries, please contact our People and Culture Officer on 07 5527 8011 or email [email protected].