Support Worker

2 months ago

Wagga Wagga, Australia Australia Red Cross Full time

Casual hours available
- Wagga Wagga location
- Work for the world’s largest humanitarian organisation

About the role
The Humanitarian Settlement Program (HSP) provides services and support to migrants and refugees settling in Australia. The Program assists Clients to build the skills and knowledge they need to become self-reliant and contributing members of our society. Services delivered to HSP Clients are determined by the assessment of their needs and achieved through individualised case management plans.
In this role you will support refugees and humanitarian entrants within the Humanitarian Support Program (HSP) with entry-level information, education and practical support. In addition, you will also coordinate, supervise, train and support volunteers.
What you will bring
- Ability to speak a community language preferred - kurdish kurmanji, arabic, farsi, burmese
- Working knowledge and relevant experience in community services and working with clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively and diplomatically with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders
- Experience in coordinating, managing, training and supporting volunteers
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Sound understanding of issues affecting people impacted by migration
- Sound understanding of Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel and Outlook
- Working with children check
- Drivers licence

Why work with us?
Work for purpose, know that the work you do enables Red Cross to support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability.
Red Cross respects, values and encourages diversity. We believe that diversity in our people enriches our organisation as well as the impact we have.
Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity
**Financial wellbeing**: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation.
**Health & Wellbeing**: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness, as well as access to guided meditation and other wellbeing programs.
**Work/Life Flexibility**: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid ‘Me’ day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options
**Career development**: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses.
Further information
This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award - Level 3. Hourly rate $37.36 + casual loading + superannuation + access to salary packaging.
For additional enquiries, please contact John Mador on 02 9290 8993 for a confidential discussion.
Applications close at close of business 14th November, 2024
**Job Ref #**: 615
Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre. We embrace diversity and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with different lived experiences, abilities, gender, ethnicity, age, and sexual orientation. We are a child safe organisation with zero tolerance of any harm to children. Our vision is to be trusted as the leading humanitarian organisation making a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities.
Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. Click here to find out more.

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