Organisation : CatholicCare Wollongong via BigSplash
Location : New South Wales (Macarthur)
Work type : Part-time
Sector : Disabilities
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 28 Nov, 2018
About the organisation
CatholicCare in the Diocese of Wollongong is committed to helping anyone in need, regardless of religious beliefs. We embrace linguistically and culturally diverse communities across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, Macarthur and Southern Highlands. Our social welfare programs support people to have positive relationships and connected lives, achieve self-reliance and realise their full potential. By living out our Mission, we build the social and emotional wellbeing of individuals, families and communities in our regions.
About the role
- Exciting career opportunity, leading community welfare services provider
- Above Award salary and employment conditions
- Make a difference, Transform lives!
Contact us today!
CatholicCare in the Diocese of Wollongong is experiencing significant growth and expansion of Aged and Disability service provision. Building on the outstanding success of our established reputation in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions, we are offering an exciting career opportunity for a dynamic Disability Advocate to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve in the Macarthur district. This position is based in Macarthur but will work across the Diocese.
Your team – Aged and Disability
We provide an outstanding customer service experience at every stage of our clients’ and participants’ home care journey. Recognised as a provider of choice, CatholicCare Aged and Disability Community Care Services empower individuals to achieve their personal life goals.
Your role
The role of the Disability Advocate is to support people living with disability and their families and carers within the community of the Diocese of Wollongong. This includes the responsibilities for development and delivery of a framework for inclusion, advocacy in relation to service system and policy inequalities, assistance with navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), liaising with parishes and the broader community and representing Catholic Care and the Diocese in the disability sector.
Benefits of working with us:
- Above Award salary and employment conditions
- Tax free salary packaging up to $15,900
- Excellent Wellness Program including Fitness Passport
- Ongoing training & career development opportunities
- Flexible working conditions in a family friendly workplace
- Additional three days paid leave between Christmas and New year
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How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Disability Advocate via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Disabilities
