Holistic Community Support Advocate

Mygration Pty Ltd; Penrith; Vor Ort; AUD 80.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Mygration Pty Ltd in Penrith, NSW is seeking a compassionate Community Worker to deliver holistic support that empowers clients to achieve independence and wellbeing. You will assess needs, coordinate services, and advocate for vulnerable individuals across the community.

This full-time role requires a Diploma or higher in community services, social work, or related field, plus at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifikationen

• Diploma or higher in community services, social work, or related field.
• Minimum one-year relevant experience in community services, social work, or disability support.
• Knowledge of the NDIS, aged care, and mental health sectors is highly regarded.
• Current driver’s license and valid working with children check.

Aufgaben

• Conduct comprehensive client assessments to identify needs and develop individualized support plans.
• Interview clients and families to understand challenges with culturally sensitive approaches.
• Monitor and document progress, adjusting interventions as required and reporting outcomes.
• Refer clients to housing, healthcare, employment and disability services and follow up for continuity of care.
• Assess community needs and liaise with groups and agencies to promote available services.
• Provide direct support, education and advocacy for families, children and disabled persons.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

NDIS knowledge

Driver's license

Ausbildung

Diploma or higher in community services, social work, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Penrith, NSW, 2750
Full-Time Immediate start
Reports to: Facility Manager
Job Title: Community Worker
Salary Range: $79,500 - $85,000 + Excluding Superannuation
Job Closes Date 30 Days

About the Client
Our client is seeking a compassionate Community Worker to deliver holistic support that empowers clients to achieve independence and wellbeing. You will work within a collaborative team, assessing needs, coordinating services, and advocating for vulnerable individuals across the community.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive client assessments to identify physical, emotional, social, and financial needs; then develop, implement, and review individualized support and education plans.
• Interview clients and their families to understand the nature and extent of difficulties, ensuring culturally sensitive and client-led approaches.
• Monitor and document client progress, adjusting interventions as required, and report outcomes to relevant stakeholders.
• Refer clients to appropriate agencies for additional help – including housing, healthcare, employment, and disability services – and follow up to ensure continuity of care.
• Assess community needs and resource gaps in health, welfare, housing, and training, and liaise with community groups, government bodies, and private businesses to promote awareness of available services.
• Provide direct support, education, and advocacy for families, children, and disabled persons in home, group housing, or community settings.
• Assist young people with social, emotional, and financial challenges through counselling, life skills training, and referrals.
• Prepare funding submissions, grant applications, and detailed reports for government bodies and other agencies.

Requirements

• Diploma or higher in community services, social work, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum one-year relevant experience in community services, social work, or disability support.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build trust with diverse clients and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the NDIS, aged care, and mental health sectors is highly regarded.
• Current driver’s license and valid working with children check.

Apply now to join a team making a real difference.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed as received, therefore, please apply as soon as possible before the closing date.

Please note: We are acting as recruitment agents on behalf of our client. Employer details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.