Micah Projects is a community based not-for-profit organisation with a vision to create justice and respond to injustice at the personal, social, and structural levels in church, government, business, and society. We believe that every child and adult has the right to a home, an income, healthcare, education, safety, dignity, and connection with their community of choice. Micah Projects provides a range of support and advocacy services to individuals and families.

Job Description

Lotus Place is a dedicated support service and resource centre for people who experienced childhood abuse in institutional settings. Lotus Place provides integrated peer support, advocacy, counselling, and other support services to people who experienced childhood abuse in institutional settings services. Lotus Place exist in three locations: Brisbane, Rockhampton, and Townsville from which outreach to surrounding communities occurs through an integrated funding response by the Australian and Queensland governments.

Lotus Place is seeking a highly organized and dedicated Administration Worker to join our team in Northern Queensland. Our organisation is committed to providing services and support to individuals and families affected by sexual abuse and trauma. The Administration Worker will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operations of our office, allowing us to continue our vital work in the community.

This is a permanent full time employment opportunity with conditions and salary at Level 2 of the SCHADS Award.

Desired Skills and Experience

We are seeking candidates with the following skills & experience:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a client or customer facing role preferably working with vulnerable people
• Current understanding of, or commitment to develop an understanding of the issues impacting on people who experienced childhood abuse in institutional settings

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional administrative support to the Lotus Place team, including but not limited to calendar management, coordinating meetings, and responding to emails and phone calls in a timely manner.
• Assist with the preparation of reports, presentations, and other documentation as required by the team.
• Process and maintain accurate records of client information, ensuring confidentiality and adhering to privacy policies and procedures.
• Manage the procurement and maintenance of office supplies, ensuring cost efficiency and effectiveness.

For more information about the role and to learn more about the key selection criteria, see Position Description.

For more information, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Administration Worker - Townsville enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Benefits of working at Micah Projects

• Join a well-recognised multidisciplinary organisation;
• Salary Packaging option up to $15,899, increasing your take home pay (additional meals and entertainment card option up to $2,650);
• Access to other employee benefits, including supply of uniforms, and wellbeing hub;
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including further training, so you can broaden your horizons and sharpen your skillset during your time with us;
• Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Program.

How to Apply!

If you believe that you have interest, passion, and desire to make a difference in people’s lives, please click 'Apply Now'.

Please supply a Resume/CV and a covering letter/email addressing the Key Responsibilities and Essential Criteria (maximum of 2 pages), along with any other relevant documentation.

Applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying!

Micah Projects is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences. We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.

A position description is attached.