Job description
- Part-time (0.6FTE) 2-year contract position beginning July 1st.
- As this is a state-wide service travel is required around Melbourne including regional locations. Office based in Ringwood.
- $41-45.5per hour + Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550
Family Relationship Support for Carers (FRSC) is a State-wide service for families and Carers who are in a caring role for someone with a disability. Services include counselling, mediation, and community education.
About the role
This important role will see you building relationships with and supporting carers, families and the community by providing counselling, relevant resources, planning and organising workshops, facilitating referrals and implementing a person/family centred approach to assess and support their needs.
For more information please contact Lakshmi Prasad (FRSC State-wide Coordinator) at lprasad @ each.com.au or on 0437 007 309.
Who we’re looking for
To be successful in this position you will have:
- A broad understanding of the issues experienced by carers caring for a family member with a disability.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills in working with people with disabilities and their families.
- Excellent communication and networking skills to effectively engage with a range of stakeholders within the community.
- Experience and skill in disability support, intake, assessment, and case coordination.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a brokerage budget, including invoicing, receipting and financial processing as required.
- Ability to facilitate relevant forums and workshops for carers as and when required.
- The role may require flexibility in working hours (e.g. late afternoons, evenings or early morning hours & some weekends), and the ability and capacity to travel and stay overnight for up to 1-3 days in Regional Victoria.
- NDIS knowledge is preferred.
Qualifications
- Minimum Certificate IV in Disability Studies or equivalent.
- A current Driver License
What we offer
EACH is committed to developing our people. At EACH you’ll be supported to be your best.
We provide:
- Work arrangements that flex to you
- Providing opportunities to grow and develop
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
- Professional support and supervision
- Opportunities for internal career progression across QLD, NSW, ACT, and VIC
- Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year AND up to $2,650 additional tax-free money to spend towards meals entertainment
- Support through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Novated leasing arrangements
What we offer
EACH is committed to developing our people. At EACH you’ll be supported to be your best.
We provide:
- Work arrangements that flex to you
- Providing opportunities to grow and develop
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
- Professional support and supervision
- Opportunities for internal career progression across QLD, NSW, ACT, and VIC
- Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year AND up to $2,650 additional tax-free money to spend towards meals entertainment
- Support through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Novated leasing arrangements
Join us at EACH
For over 50 years, EACH has been dedicated to enhancing lives and fostering stronger communities through our health and support services. Our workforce comprises compassionate individuals ready to offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals from all walks of life. Join us in our mission and together, let’s create meaningful change.
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
Applications may be reviewed during the advertising period.