At a Glance
- Tasks: Connect with carers and help them navigate vital community resources.
- Company: Join Wellways, a purpose-driven organisation committed to inclusivity and community support.
- Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging, meal allowances, and access to an Employee Assistance Program.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team dedicated to creating inclusive communities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in community support and a Certificate IV or above in a relevant discipline.
The predicted salary is between 50.25 - 50.25 $ per hour.
Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we'd love to hear from you.
Build a rewarding career with an organisation that truly puts people first! SCHADS 4B ($46.70-$50.25 ph) + super + salary packaging benefits. Full time opportunity based in Mount Isa QLD.
About the opportunity:
Are you a passionate and community-minded individual who thrives on connecting with others and making a real difference? Do you have a deep understanding of your local community and a knack for helping people navigate support services? If so, we're looking for Carer Hub Navigators who will be the welcoming face and guiding hand for carers in our new Carer Hubs. This is an exciting new role designed to integrate community development and community engagement approaches to raise awareness and enhance accessibility to Carer Gateway services through our Carer Gateway Hub.
The Carer Services Navigator role is based in the Mount Isa region, providing consistent presence and reliable support to carers while adopting a 'no wrong door' approach. Working in collaboration with a team, you will actively build strong, sustainable relationships with community organisations, health services, schools, aged care facilities and local government agencies to further strengthen and embed carer support locally.
The role has four core functions:
- To create seamless connections between Carers and vital community resources, cultivating meaningful relationships that support wellbeing and independence.
- Supporting Carers to thrive, focusing on holistic well-being, going beyond basic needs to help carers achieve their full potential.
- The service is Carer focused, 'how can we help' and a 'no wrong door approach'.
- Oversee the Mount Isa Carer Hub, facilitating social interaction and promoting wellbeing, connection and a sense of belonging.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Experience working with family carers in mental health, alcohol and other drugs, community support services.
- Certificate IV or above in a support discipline and/or equivalent community sector experience.
- Current valid Driver's Licence.
- Strong technology skills.
- Satisfactory National Police Records Check (within 12 months).
- WWCC / QLD Blue Card.
- NDIS Workers Screening check / QLD Yellow Card.
- Appropriate IT Skills.
- Right to Work within Australia.
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.
What we offer:
- Purpose-Driven Culture: Immerse yourself in a culture where passion meets purpose. Here, you can thrive while making a genuine difference.
- Equitable and Inclusive Work Environment: We take pride in fostering a workplace that's not just diverse, but also equitable and socially inclusive.
- Salary Packaging: Enhance your financial well-being with our salary packaging option, which lets you allocate up to $15,899 of your salary for specific expenses before taxes kick in.
- Meal and Entertainment Allowance: Indulge in the joys of life with our meal and entertainment allowance, available through salary packaging.
- Employee Assistance Program: We understand that life comes with its challenges, and your well-being is important to us.
Join us, and not only will you find a fulfilling career, but you'll also discover a host of benefits that enrich your personal and professional life. We're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of an inclusive, supportive, and purpose-driven community where your well-being and success matter most. Your journey towards a better future starts here.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Taryn Ryan at *****@wellways.org. Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment.
Carer Hub Navigator – Mount Isa employer: wellways
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