SUPPORT COORDINATOR - THE WAY BACK SUPPORT SERVICES
PERMANENT PART-TIME
MARYBOROUGH
* Reduce cost of living with salary packaging up to $15,900pa and more benefits!
* Work in a team that values and supports you.
* Opportunities for career development, as we believe learning is a continual journey
Your Next Role!
RFQ are currently recruiting Part-Time Support Coordinator to join The Way Back Support Services team based in Maryborough.
The Way Back Support Service is an aftercare suicide prevention program, and the Support Coordinator is responsible for providing short term non-clinical support coordination services.
This is a challenging and highly rewarding role. You will integrate, complement and work collaboratively with existing services to improve the immediacy of follow-up responses for people who are at a high risk of suicide, or who have recently attempted suicide in accordance with RFQ’s Models of Practice.
Along with all RFQ staff, the Support Coordinator supports and fosters a culture which values lived experience, promotes genuine and open relationships, conflict resolution, responsibility for self, mutual respect and personal growth founded on support values of empowerment, trust, compassion, resilience, diversity, integrity, and lifelong learning. This role requires on call.
No day is the same, but it may include:
* Provide client support in accordance with RFQ's Model of practice including skills development, capacity building and community connections, assigned tasks and activities and as outlined in The Way Back Support Service Operational manual.
* Undertake client assessments and reviews in accordance with RFQ's Model of Practice.
* Assist clients to connect with health, non-clinical and community-based support services as outlined in the Wellbeing Plans
* Work with clients to identify perceived unmet needs, and formulate, implement and review well-being plans including a comprehensive assessment of need and safety planning
You will need:
* Diploma or Certificate 4 in Community Services or related discipline and/or significant demonstrated experience working with people with mental illness and/or people who are experiencing ideation/crisis
* Understanding of suicidal behaviours, suicidal crisis/ideation and its effects on individuals, families and the whole community
* Ability to develop and implement support plans with clients
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and contribute positively and constructively to achieve the organisation's objectives
* Demonstrated effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills including the ability to advocate for clients and the organisation, and make accurate and timely written records
* Demonstrated ability to plan, manage, and work to achieve team and individual priorities and capacities
* Valid driver’s licence and access to a registered roadworthy and insured vehicle (minimum third-party property)
Why RFQ?
At RFQ, we are committed to provide a supportive, collaborative, and empowering environment, where everyone can thrive, by joining us you will have access to:
* Enhance your take home pay with salary packaging of up to $15,900 on general living expenses and additionally up to $2,650 annual entertainment benefits, which also includes access to novated leasing. Explore your cost of living savings HERE!
* Free Employee Assistance Program (available for staff and their family).
* Opportunities for a wide range of career and professional development.
* $37.35 - $40.05 per hour plus applicable penalty rates.
Apply Now!
Complete the application form below together with a copy of your resume.
Further information about the role can be obtained by contacting Area Manager, Karen Suey 07 3363 2533
A copy of the position description can be downloaded here: Support Coordinator - TWBSS
Please note that RFQ is an organisation that embraces diversity.
The position with be subject to a Criminal History Check, which will be in the form of an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance. For further information please visit: https://workerscreening.communities.qld.gov.au/workers/you-start
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