Social Support Coordinator

Location: Inverell
Discipline: Social and Community Care
Salary: $95000 to $105000
Contact name: Donnchadh Lawlor

Contact email: donnchadh.lawlor@curamoir-hr.com.au
Job ref: 34054
Published: 3 months ago
On Offer
Our client offers a rewarding opportunity for a Coordinator – Social Supports, located in Inverell. The role offers a salary negotiated depending on skills and qualifications, up to $105,000, for a full-time position (35 hours per week) with ongoing employment. The successful candidate will join a culturally supportive and community-focused organization dedicated to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

The Role
The Coordinator – Social Supports will lead a team in delivering program requirements to clients, working closely with the Social Support Services Manager. Key responsibilities include:
  • Leading service delivery to ensure culturally appropriate assessment, referral, counseling, and group work for Aboriginal people experiencing drug and alcohol issues, mental health challenges, homelessness, and domestic violence.
  • Providing clinical support and advice to primary health care staff and partner organizations.
  • Developing and maintaining systems for cross-agency coordination, ensuring seamless pathways to care.
  • Offering education and training to staff and community members, enhancing their capacity to respond effectively to complex health issues.
  • Collaborating with various stakeholders, including Addiction Medicine Specialists, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, and non-government organizations, to ensure comprehensive care plans are implemented.
  • Driving positive changes and continuous improvement within the service delivery model.
  • Conducting staff performance reviews, addressing grievances, and fostering a safe and supportive working environment.

Essential Criteria
To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following essential criteria:
  1. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.
  2. Tertiary qualifications in a health, psychology, social sciences, or welfare discipline and eligibility for membership or registration with the appropriate professional body or equivalent experience.
  3. Previous experience working with community-controlled organizations, Aboriginal clients, and the capacity to communicate effectively with Aboriginal communities and services.
  4. A minimum of 3 years in a leadership role, demonstrating strong community development and service planning skills within a multidisciplinary health service delivery model.
  5. High-level written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in using computer software applications.
  6. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel overnight within the region if required.
  7. Current Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) and National Police Check, or willingness to undertake these checks.
This is a designated position open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates only, under Section 14D of the Anti-Discrimination Act. NSW 1977.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Donnchadh Lawlor on 0414374900 or send a CV to : Donnchadh.Lawlor@Curamoir-hr.com.au