Current jobs related to Community Support Advocate - Newcastle, New South Wales - Seniors Rights Service

  • Program Director for Community Supports

    1 day ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About the Role:As a Program Leader – Community Supports, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day operations of Challenge Community Services’ disability support programs. You will oversee a dedicated team, ensuring that services are tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs while adhering to NDIS regulations and industry standards.This...

  • Program Leader

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Program Leader to oversee the day-to-day operations of our disability support programs. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing a dedicated team, ensuring that services are tailored to meet each individual's unique needs while adhering to NDIS regulations and industry...

  • Community Disability Program Manager

    3 days ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About the Role:As a Program Leader - Community Supports, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our disability support programs, ensuring services are tailored to meet each individual's unique needs while adhering to NDIS regulations and industry standards. This is a dynamic leadership role where you will collaborate with internal teams, empower...

  • Disability Support Professional

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About the RoleChallenge Community Services is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our Disability Services division as a Frontline Support Specialist. This pivotal role is perfect for a passionate individual who excels in providing high-quality, person-centred support, particularly to clients with complex and multiple support...

  • Support Specialist for Complex Care

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About the RoleChallenge Community Services is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our Disability Services division. This pivotal role is perfect for a passionate individual who excels in providing high-quality, person-centred support, particularly to clients with complex and multiple support requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesComplex Care...

  • Child and Youth Advocate

    2 months ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia St Vincent de Paul Full time

    About UsThe St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services, committed to serving people in need and shaping a more just and compassionate society.We value diversity and believe that our employees are key to our success, offering Learning and Development programs to enhance and grow your career across various teams and...

  • Community Care Support Specialist

    1 month ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Hunter Community Services Full time

    About the RoleThe Community Care Support Specialist plays a vital role in providing essential services to clients in alignment with their personalized care plans. Key responsibilities include:Assisting with transportation to appointments, shopping, and community activities.Domestic assistance including cleaning, meal preparation, and laundry.Medication...

  • Dynamic Program Leader for Disability Support Services

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Program Leader to join our team at Challenge Community Services. As a Program Leader - Community Supports, you will play a vital role in managing the day-to-day operations of our disability support programs.Key Responsibilities:Oversee and implement community support programs in line with participant goals and...

  • Aged Care Community Support Specialist

    1 month ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Hunter Community Services Full time

    Position Overview: We are looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to take on the role of Community Support Worker in the aged care sector. This position involves assisting elderly clients in their homes, ensuring they receive the necessary support for daily living activities.About Hunter Community Services: With a legacy of over 35 years, Hunter...

  • Community Care Support Specialist

    1 month ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Hunter Community Services Full time

    About the RoleThe Community Care Support Specialist plays a vital role in delivering essential support services to clients in alignment with their individualized care plans. Key responsibilities include:Assisting with transportation to appointments, shopping, and community engagement.Domestic assistance including cleaning, meal preparation, and...

  • Home and Community Care Support Worker

    2 months ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Hunter Community Services Full time

    About the RoleThe Community Support Worker is responsible for delivering basic support services to clients in accordance with their care plan. Key priorities include:Assisting with travel to appointments, shopping, or community access.Domestic assistance - cleaning, meal preparation, and washing.Medication assistance - paid training available at Grade 3...

  • Support Professional

    2 months ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Support Professional to join our team at Challenge Community Services. As a Support Professional, you will play a vital role in providing essential assistance to our high-needs clients, aiding with personal care and daily tasks.**Key Responsibilities:**Provide personalized support to clients...

  • Support Worker

    1 month ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Support Worker to join our team at Challenge Community Services. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing essential assistance to our high-needs clients, aiding with personal care and daily tasks.Our clients rely on us to provide a safe and supportive environment, and we are...

  • Support Professional

    4 weeks ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Support Worker to join our team at Challenge Community Services. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing essential assistance to our high-needs clients, aiding with personal care and daily tasks.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide personal care and support to clients with high...

  • Aged and Disability Advocate

    5 days ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Real Care Given Full time

    Role DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated and empathetic Disability Support Worker to join our team at Real Care Given.About the RoleWe provide REAL CARE at any given moment, empowering individuals to live their best lives. Our goal is to enhance the well-being and independence of our clients by offering a wide range of disability support...

  • Support Professional

    4 weeks ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Support Worker to join our dedicated team at Challenge Community Services. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing essential assistance to our high-needs clients, aiding with personal care and daily tasks.Our team promotes autonomy and supports residents around the clock,...

  • Support Professional

    1 month ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Support Worker to join our team at Challenge Community Services. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing essential assistance to our high-needs clients, aiding with personal care and daily tasks.Our team promotes autonomy and supports residents around the clock, fostering...

  • Support Professional

    1 day ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About The Role:We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Support Worker to join our dedicated team at Challenge Community Services.This role offers daily challenges and the chance to truly impact the lives of people living with disabilities.Provide essential assistance to our high-needs clients, aiding with personal care and daily tasks.Support clients who...

  • Supplier Success Advocate

    3 days ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Avetta Full time

    Job SummaryThe Avetta Supplier Success Professional will play a key role in developing and maintaining a world-class prequalification system for contractors, suppliers, and vendors. This position is an entry-level/early career role and is full-time.About the RoleThis is a hybrid role in our Newcastle office with 3 days working in office and 2 days working...

  • Disability Support Specialist

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Challenge Community Services Full time

    About Challenge Community ServicesWe are a leading provider of disability accommodation services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with diverse abilities.About The RoleWe are seeking a compassionate and dynamic individual to join our team as a Support Worker. As a Support Worker, you will provide essential assistance to our...

Community Support Advocate

2 months ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Seniors Rights Service Full time
About the Role

This is a key position within the Older Persons Home Care Check In team, dedicated to providing advocacy support, including safety checks, information, and support to older people in the community in a proactive and preventative manner.

Key Responsibilities
  • Screening referrals from external and internal stakeholders based on eligibility criteria
  • Make contact with clients who have been identified as benefiting from a safety check
  • Develop and implement a personalized plan that will outline the preferred ways of communication, duration of support, and frequency of contact
  • Ensure clients are aware of what our service can provide and the scope of practice
  • Identifying potential risks for harm and working with the client proactively to reduce those risks by referral to appropriate agencies
  • Providing information, including information about advocacy, the aged care system, other services, feedback processes, and rights and responsibilities
  • Create an 'exit safely' plan with the client
  • Support in the collection of feedback and evaluation of the project
  • Effectively represent Seniors Rights Service in external forums and partnership meetings
  • Provide verbal and written reports as requested by the management and funding bodies
  • Maintain appropriate records and documentation, including accurate input and management of client data in the client management system
  • Participate in Seniors Rights Service's Performance and Development Review program
  • Promote safe work practices that are consistent with Seniors Rights Service's policies and comply with WHS legislation
  • Promote and actively support a safe and inclusive working environment that celebrates everyone's uniqueness, including their race, gender identity, age, disability, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and experiences
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of effective policies and procedures
  • Some intrastate travel is required
  • Undertake other tasks as assigned by the manager
Requirements
  • Relevant qualification in health/social sciences or other related field or relevant equivalent experience
  • Demonstrated experience working within a client-centered framework in advocacy, case management, or a client service role
  • Knowledge and understanding of socially isolated, homeless, or disadvantaged people
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills, including assessment, care plan development, and report writing
  • Excellent computer skills, fluent in Microsoft Office 365, and experience in data entry
  • Ability to work within a small team environment as well as work with minimal supervision
  • Commitment to delivering quality client services, working empathetically with clients to ensure the delivery of rights-based and client-focused services
  • High level of resilience and self-care practices in place
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development
  • Willing to use your own registered and comprehensively insured vehicle, where you will be reimbursed for work-related mileage claims
  • Willingness to obtain an annual flu vaccination and be fully COVID vaccinated. Hold a valid federal police record check and driver's license