Community Worker/ Co-Ordinator

Vision & Care Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Diverse client base

Meaningful community work

Job summary

Vision and Care seeks a dedicated Community Worker to join our team in Adelaide, SA. You will assess client needs, coordinate access to disability and community services, and advocate for independent, inclusive participation in daily life.

Key duties include referrals, case management, documentation, and collaboration with local organisations and professionals. A person-centred, culturally sensitive approach and the ability to work both independently and in a team are essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in Community Services, Social Services, Welfare, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in community services, disability services, welfare or a similar environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assess client needs and coordinate appropriate services and referrals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, community organisations and other service providers.
• Good organisational, documentation and case management skills.
• A person-centred and culturally sensitive approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients' needs and identify suitable community, health, welfare, housing and social support services.
• Help clients set goals and develop strategies to improve independence and participation.
• Provide information, referrals and guidance to services and organisations.
• Coordinate with community organisations, welfare agencies and health professionals.
• Assist clients to access programs, education, employment and recreational opportunities.
• Build relationships with local organisations and service providers.
• Coordinate community-based activities promoting inclusion and participation.
• Monitor progress and adapt support plans to changing needs.
• Advocate for clients to overcome access barriers to resources.
• Maintain accurate client records and reports as required by policy.
• Contribute to development and improvement of services.
• Promote awareness of available resources.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Case management

Independent worker

Education

Community Services qualification

Social Services qualification

Welfare qualification

Job description

Vision and Care is a registered NDIS provider delivering personalised disability and community support services across Adelaide and South Australia. We are committed to assisting individuals to achieve greater independence, participate in their communities and access appropriate services and resources.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Community Worker to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Assessing the needs of clients and identifying appropriate community, health, welfare, housing and social support services.
• Supporting clients to identify their individual goals and develop strategies to improve their independence and community participation.
• Providing information, guidance and referrals to appropriate community services and support organisations.
• Liaising with community organisations, welfare agencies, government bodies, health professionals and other service providers on behalf of clients.
• Assisting clients to access suitable community programs, educational activities, employment services and recreational opportunities.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with local community organisations and service providers.
• Coordinating community-based activities and programs that promote social inclusion and participation.
• Monitoring clients' progress and reviewing their changing support and community service needs.
• Advocating for clients and assisting them to overcome barriers to accessing community resources and services.
• Maintaining accurate client records, case notes and reports in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements.
• Contributing to the development and improvement of community programs and services.
• Promoting awareness of available community resources and support services.

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will have:

• Relevant qualifications in Community Services, Social Services, Welfare, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in community services, disability services, welfare or a similar environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assess client needs and coordinate appropriate services and referrals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, community organisations and other service providers.
• Good organisational, documentation and case management skills.
• A person-centred and culturally sensitive approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Additional Requirements

The successful applicant may be required to hold or obtain:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working with Children Check
• National Police Clearance
• First Aid and CPR certification

What We Offer

• Full-time employment with a supportive and professional organisation.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and community organisations.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful community participation and improved outcomes for people with disability.

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