• Darwin, NT
• SCHADS Award Level 5 - $86,916 (above award)
• Salary Packaging Option (up to an additional $15,895 p/a)
• Full-Time Position based in Darwin

About the role

The successful candidate will have the exciting opportunity to work closely alongside Non-Government Organisations and NT Government agencies in a range of dynamic fields across the social support sector.

We are seeking candidates with a high level of professionalism, teamwork and enthusiasm to make a contribution over an extended period of time. The role will provide the opportunity for regular travel to regional centres and remote communities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Partnerships

• Proactively engage service provider partners on a regular basis.
• Visit Police stations and other NTG agencies on a regular basis (including regional and remote visits) to gather feedback and to strengthen the culture of referral making.
• Train and support government and non-government stakeholders.
• Using knowledge of regional issues to identify and develop relationships with potential service provider partners.
• Participate in the development and implementation of Annual Work Plans.

Referral Management

• Review and assess new referrals to ensure they are appropriately linked with all relevant information.
• Follow up service providers with outstanding referrals.
• Review and reassign returned referrals to appropriate services.
• Maintain accurate records of service provider details.

Qualifications & Experience

Preferably hold tertiary qualifications in social work, community development or another relevant field.

• Demonstrated, well developed interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Capacity to work independently, as part of a team and with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience working within the social support sector and knowledge of local community infrastructure and networks.

• Understanding of client confidentiality and information privacy principles.

• Well-developed computer skills with the ability to operate in a Mac environment.
• Must hold a current driver’s licence.
• Must hold a current Ochre Card (working with children clearance).
• Must receive a favourable Police Security Clearance lodged by SupportLink upon commencement.

BENEFITS

• Values-based organisation with a fun and collegial environment
• Generous salary packaging
• Additional annual wellbeing day of leave
• Company vehicle with limited personal use

Contact Glenn Cullen on 0432 505 365 for further details and a copy of the full duty statement.