Community Worker

Efficient Recruitment Services Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Efficient Recruitment Services Pty Ltd – Heatherton VIC is seeking a Community Worker for a permanent full-time role in Victoria. Salary ranges from $78,000 to $85,000 per year.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience in community services and involves meeting clients, coordinating supports, and helping clients access housing, health, and welfare services. Responsibilities include developing programs, referring to service providers, and tracking progress with clients while maintaining

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in community services or a related field.
• Ability to understand clients' needs and provide appropriate support and guidance.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work with clients, families and service providers.
• Good organisational and problem-solving skills, with a caring and respectful approach.

Responsibilities

• Meet clients to understand their needs, concerns, and personal circumstances.
• Identify suitable community services and support options for clients and their families.
• Develop and coordinate support, education, and training programs to improve wellbeing and independence.
• Help clients access housing, health, employment, education, and other welfare services.
• Refer clients to government departments and other service providers for further assistance.
• Collaborate with community groups and agencies to address local issues.
• Encourage daily living skills and participation in community activities.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate records of support and development.
• Prepare reports and documentation to support programs and services.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Caring approach

Job description

Efficient Recruitment Services Pty Ltd – Heatherton VIC

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Employer: Support Plus 4 You Pty Ltd Position: ?

Community Worker Salary: $78,000 to $85,000 per annum Location: 13 BIRKDALE AVENUE HEATHERTON VIC 3202

Mode: Full-time Experience: 2 Years’ minimum About

Us Support Plus 4 You Pty Ltd is committed to providing quality support services to individuals in the community.

We aim to help people improve their wellbeing, develop independence, and participate in everyday community life.

Key Responsibilities – Community Worker

Meet clients to understand their needs, concerns, and personal circumstances.

Identify suitable community services and support options for clients and their families. Develop and coordinate support, education, and training programs to help clients improve their wellbeing and independence. Help clients access services related to housing, health, employment, education, and other welfare needs.

Refer clients to government departments, welfare organizations, and other service providers when further assistance is required. Work with community groups, government agencies, and other organizations to address local community issues. Support young people, families, and people with disabilities by providing guidance and helping them access appropriate services.

Encourage clients to develop daily living skills, participate in community activities, and become more independent. Identify the needs of the local community and help organize suitable programs and services. Monitor clients’ progress and keep accurate records of their support and development.

Promote awareness of available community services and encourage people to use appropriate support resources. Prepare reports, funding applications, and other documents to support community programs and services.

To be successful in this role, it is essential you have:

A minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in community services or a related field. The ability to understand clients’ needs and provide appropriate support and guidance. Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients, families, and service providers.

Good organisational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain records and prepare reports. A caring and respectful approach, with a genuine commitment to improving clients’ wellbeing and independence.