Community Social Support Specialist

3 days ago


KalgoorlieBoulder, Australia Centrecare Full time

**Role Overview:**

We are seeking experienced and qualified professionals to join our team in the Goldfields region, providing quality mental health services for disadvantaged, vulnerable or hard-to-reach individuals.

Position Details:

This is a full-time position available for experienced and qualified applicants. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with our team to deliver high-quality services, ensuring the well-being and safety of our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To provide professional counseling and support services to individuals, couples, and families in need.
  • To work effectively in a stressful environment, managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
  • To maintain accurate records and reports, adhering to organizational policies and procedures.
  • To participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

The successful candidate will possess:

  • A recognized tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health, Counseling, Childhood Development, and/or Family Studies, or equivalent experience.
  • Relevant experience in working with children and families with complex needs, such as domestic violence, homelessness, abuse, and schooling issues.
  • Experience in case management and coordination of client services.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of case managing vulnerable, disadvantaged, and complex needs clients.

Benefits:

  • A competitive salary range of $60,000 - $80,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • A comprehensive professional development and training program.
  • Four weeks annual leave inclusive of a 17.5% leave loading.
  • Five days additional paid leave.
  • Twelve weeks paid Maternity Leave.
  • Discounted corporate health cover by Bupa and Medibank.
  • Study leave of five hours per week after two years of service.
  • Insurance cover to and from work.
  • Clinical and Management Supervision (for Counsellors).
  • Employee Assistance Program.

How to Apply:

Please click apply to be directed to our online jobs board to view further details on the vacancy and to complete your application.

In your cover letter, please indicate the position you are applying for and address the relevant selection criteria.



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