Coordinator - Social Support Program

**Are you passionate and enthusiastic about promoting independent living and positive ageing to older Australians?**:

- **Do you have experience with Social Support programs (or similar) and coordinating teams?**:

- **Are you looking for a part time role (4 days) that has purpose and makes a difference every single day?**

We are excited to offer the opportunity for an experienced leader to join Bellarine Community Health as the Coordinator of our Social Support program. We are seeking an enthusiastic person with experience in the provision of Social Support (or similar) to guide an established team in providing program services to clients on the Bellarine. This role is offered part time, FTE 0.8 (4 days) and is based on the Bellarine Peninsula.

**About the team**

The Social Support program offers a range of activities that promote independent living and positive ageing that are under-pinned by client empowerment. The program provides clients an opportunity for social, physical, recreational, artistic & emotional interaction and is committed to a model of contemporary/best practice that is responsive to the changing needs of the local community.

**About the role**

The Coordinator, Social Support is responsible for the oversight of the Social Support team who work in partnership with Carers / Registered Supporters to optimise participation in Social Support Programs for suitable clients. This includes providing timely and comprehensive assessments focused on the social and well-being needs thereby optimising social connection in accordance with their goals and preferences.

The successful applicant will be someone with well-developed communication skills and a keen sense of community who is seeking an exciting and stimulating new opportunity. Ideally, they will have significant experience in the provision of Social and Community Support programs to specific clientele. They will also be familiar with managing and co ordinating staff, service development and an understanding of services targets

Some of the services this position oversees include:

- Group based Social Support Services (Point Lonsdale and Portarlington sites)
- Liaison with key stakeholders and local community groups
- Transport of clients to and from provided programs

This well supported position will also be engaged in the planning for, and roll out of further group based and client transport activities related to the current service

**We would like to hear from you, if you have**
- A relevant health-related qualification or equivalent minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Demonstrated ability to creatively problem solve complex care situations.
- An innovative and dynamic approach to the provision of social support services designed to optimise client engagement and connection with community.
- Demonstrated understanding of the benefits of social connection and the concept of Social Prescribing.
- Demonstrated skills in networking, liaison and the development and maintenance of strong links with relevant service providers and users.
- Ability to build rapport and trust with clients and colleagues, and excellent communications skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong time management skills and ability to prioritise competing workloads and tasks.
- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build positive relationships and work in a team environment and autonomously when required.
- Demonstrated understanding of the current government funding streams for Social Support Services such as CHSP and Support at Home.

**What we offer**

To support you to balance your work/life commitments, grow your skills and expertise, enjoy work and feel valued, we offer the following:

- Generous salary packaging benefits - you can access some of your annual salary tax free each year, hence you pay less tax each pay and take more pay home
- A supportive, positive and inclusive workplace culture and ongoing training in the role
- Generous leave arrangements including annual leave and parental leave
- Discounted gym membership at seven sites across the region
- Employee assistance program

**Conditions of Employment**
- National Police Check
- Working with Children Check
- Victorian Driver’s Licence
- 100-point ID check

**How to Apply**
- Bellarine Community Health is committed to protect children and reduce any opportunities for abuse or harm to occur._
- Bellarine Community Health acknowledges the Wadawurrung People as the traditional custodians of the land, waters and skies of the Bellarine Peninsula. We acknowledge and respect Wadawurrung Elders and leaders, past, present and emerging and pay gratitude for their unique ability to care for Country and deep spiritual connection to it. We are proud to be an inclusive workplace and welcome people from all cultures and backgrounds to our service._

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 per week

**Benefits**:

- Maternity leave
- Professional de