Community Worker at MJD Foundation

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Person-Centered Practice, Cultural Mentoring, Interpretation, Translation, Community Engagement, Administrative Support, Patient Transport, Cultural Guidance, Kinship Knowledge, Family Support

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Special Provisions: Ability to obtain and maintain NDIS Worker Screening clearance. Willingness to adhere to MJDF’s and/or Government mandated vaccination policies and provide proof of compliance. Summary of the position: The Community Worker will work as part of the Community Services Team that responds to our clients and their families by delivering holistic person-centered practice, and working in partnership with families, by valuing and respecting MJDF’s ‘our-way’ approach. The Community Worker will provide support to our clients and their families, and provides cultural insight, guidance and mentoring to our staff. Key Responsibilities: Assists Community Services Specialists and Family Support Workers in their daily activities working with MJD clients and families; Assists with transport for MJD clients and families; Informs and guides staff about needs and what is happening with MJD clients and families; Interpret and translate at meetings and appointments, including education about MJD; Teach and mentor non-Indigenous staff/volunteers about relevant elements of Kinship, Culture and family structure (eg. Family tree); Engage families in the community about the work of the MJD Foundation, teach families ‘at risk’ about research done by the MJDF or relevant to MJD; Provides general all-round administrative and office support if required; Assist to maintain the MJD vehicle log books/vehicle checks; Assists clients attending therapy sessions; Support with community trips/Kinconnect trips as appropriate; Selection Criteria: Aboriginal Australian Community Member Respected individual in the community Understanding of MJD impacts in families The ability to teach and guide staff regarding cultural practices; The ability to be flexible; Good spoken English. Desirable Criteria: Experience working with people living with a disability or caring for the elderly Formal interpretation qualifications Formal community or health worker qualifications

Responsibilities

The Community Worker provides holistic, person-centered support to clients and families while offering cultural insight and mentoring to staff. Key duties include interpreting at appointments, assisting with transport, and engaging the community regarding MJD research.