Outreach Support Worker – Carbal Medical Services

JOB DESCRIPTION

Outreach Support Worker

Carbal Medical Services
Toowoomba, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

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Outreach Worker

Organisation Overview

Carbal Medical Services (Carbal) is a Not-For-Profit organisation that provides health services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in and around Toowoomba and Warwick. The core function of Carbal Medical Services is to provide medical services to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people through two medical practices and many community programs.  Carbal covers the regions of Darling Downs, Southern Downs and Goondiwindi. In addition, Carbal provides NDIS services to community members throughout the region. This position is based at our Toowoomba Outreach Office.

Position Overview

Carbal is seeking an experienced candidate to provide exceptional care and support for some of our most vulnerable people in their homes and in the community. If you are keen to learn, have a demonstrated skillset in mental health or support work, like to help people and are looking for a challenging yet rewarding workplace then we would like to meet you.

  • be part of a multidisciplinary team addressing mental health in the community;
  • work one-on-one with community members in gaining access to the supports they need.
  • be driven, motivated and have a passion to assist community members to foster independence and resilience and achieve their goals;
  • possess high level communication skills, the ability to work under supervision and independently and a thirst to learn;
  • Work closely with GPs,  Aboriginal Health Workers, and other health professionals;
  • Build and maintain respectful and meaningful community relationships.

What We Can Offer You

  • Competitive salary;
  • Salary sacrificing options to reduce your taxable income;
  • Work alongside a multidisciplinary team with professional development  opportunities.
  • Work in a supportive and culturally rich environment that values diversity and inclusivity.
  • New employee benefit system through “Paytime”, access a portion of your pay as you earn it.
  • Two weeks off over the Christmas period (to be taken from annual leave / public holiday leave).
  • Free gym membership (conditions apply).
  • Employee Assistance Program to ensure you feel supported.
  • Annual uniform allowance.
  • Discounts available with the company we utilise for tyre service.
  • All staff events two to four time per year.
  • Enrolment into a suite of online professional development training courses created by Carbal. 

Requirements:

  • You will have experience in working effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and a clear understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture;
  • You will have a demonstrated understanding of the health and social issues found in our Indigenous Communities;
  • You must have an Open C Class driver license, possess a Blue Card, and be willing to undergo a Police Check;
  • You will have a demonstrated ability to work as part of team.
  • A Mental Health and/or Aboriginal Health Worker qualification would be highly desirable. 

 

Applicants must submit their resume and cover letter by COB Friday 20th September 2024 by email to [email protected] or via the apply now button.

*Please note that due to operational demands, this position may be filled prior to the application end date.

** Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, only those successful will be contacted.

Carbal is an equal opportunity employer and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply

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