Full-Time Community Welfare Advocate

M.D.S. QUE PTY LTD; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time

Professional development

Career growth

Varied and meaningful community-based

Job summary

M.D.S. QUE PTY LTD is seeking a compassionate, motivated and experienced Community Worker to join our team in New South Wales.

The successful candidate will work with individuals, families and community members to identify needs, provide practical support, connect them with community and health services, and assist in improving wellbeing and participation in the community. The role requires strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and the ability to work effectively with

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Community Services, Social Services, Welfare, Human Services or a related field.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience working in community services, welfare, social support or a similar environment.
• Demonstrated ability to assess client needs and connect clients with appropriate services and resources.
• Knowledge of community, health and welfare services and referral pathways.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
• Good organisational, case-recording and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other service providers and professionals.
• Strong commitment to client confidentiality, dignity and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs, circumstances and available support networks of individuals and families within the community.
• Provide information, guidance and practical assistance to clients regarding available community, health, welfare and social support services.
• Assist clients to identify their needs, establish goals and access appropriate services and community resources.
• Refer clients to relevant health, housing, welfare, counselling, education and other community-based services according to their individual circumstances.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals, community organisations, government agencies and other service providers to coordinate appropriate support for clients.
• Assist individuals and families experiencing social, financial, health or other difficulties to access appropriate support services.
• Provide advocacy and practical assistance to clients when communicating with service providers and community organisations.
• Monitor client circumstances and progress and identify where additional or alternative support services may be required.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records, case notes, referrals and other relevant documentation.
• Participate in the development and delivery of community programs, activities and initiatives designed to promote wellbeing and community participation.
• Provide information to community members regarding available programs, services and resources.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with local community organisations, healthcare providers and relevant support agencies.
• Identify emerging community needs and provide feedback to management regarding potential services, programs and support initiatives.
• Support culturally and linguistically diverse clients in understanding and accessing appropriate community services.
• Ensure all client interactions and services are provided professionally, respectfully and in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant qualification in Community Services, Social Services, Welfare, Human Services or related field

Job description

M.D.S. QUE PTY LTD is seeking a compassionate, motivated and experienced Community Worker to join our team in New South Wales.

The successful candidate will work with individuals, families and community members to identify needs, provide practical support, connect them with community and health services, and assist in improving wellbeing and participation in the community. The role requires strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills and the ability to work effectively with