Aborginal Support Coordinator

Aborginal Support coordinator (Way Back Service) - Tweed Head FT

Requestion ID: req6172

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
- This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified position. Applications are sought from Indigenous Australians pursuant to Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). In accordance with Sections 14 and 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and this role is open only to Aboriginal applicants._

**Are you passionate about suicide prevention?**
**Want to make a direct difference to our customers?**
**Then we have the perfect position for you**

We are on the lookout for a compassionate and driven Aboriginal Support Coordinator to join our Way Back Service and provide support on the **Far North Coast Tweed Heads, Lismore, Grafton** (can be based in any of the 3 locations) on a **Full-time basis**.

Reporting to the **Team Leader**, the position will be instrumental in providing individualised, recovery-focussed and practical support to our customers, in the first 3 months following a suicide attempt.

The position will be based in any of the 3 towns **( Tweed Heads / Lismore / Grafton) or within that area.**

Working days and hours are from **Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM**.

**The day to day**

Encouraging engagement in the Way Back Model service, with a focus on groups known to be at higher risk of suicide;
Providing support in the first 3 months following a suicide attempt to help an individual to stay safe and connect with essential services;
Providing face to face, telephone and online support
Connecting customers to e-resources and referrals to mainstream services
Reducing burden on supporting networks, including family and carers
Working collaboratively with existing services; and
Complementing current service provision by supporting attendance and reducing burden for follow-up care and support.

**What you need to have**

Passion, Respect & Integrity
Tertiary qualifications in Mental Health or Social Services related fields
National Criminal History Check (Police Check) and Working with Children Check
Valid Australian Drivers C class licence, with ability to drive vehicles in licence class, including large cars & vans.
Must be fit to undertake the physical requirements of customer support, including the capacity to lift 10 kilograms unassisted
Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
Ability and confidence to communicate and work with other staff outside of the immediate team
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities according to agreed timeframes and quality standards
Preparedness to travel to between Tweed Head and surrounding areas

**You could benefit from**

Gym Membership & Class Discounts
Online Fitness Program Discounts
Fitness and Recovery Equipment Discounts
Active Wear Discounts
Supplement Discounts
Health Care & Beauty Product Discounts
Healthy Meal Discounts
Develop through Internal and external learning, workplace mentoring, secondments and promotions
Work in a supportive culture and working environment
Parental and Long Service Leave for permanent opportunities Permanent Roles Only

**To Apply**

This is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identified position. Applications are sought from Indigenous Australians pursuant to Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). In accordance with Sections 14 and 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and this role is open only to Aboriginal applicants.

New Horizons acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land.