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

Home for Good works to find sustainable solutions for people who are homeless or for individuals, families and children who might become homeless without support. Located in inner-city Brisbane, a range of services are available for individuals and families including information, support, advocacy, health, recreational, and employment services.

Community Connections Support and Advocacy Workers support program participants to maintain or regain their independence, continue living safely in their home and actively participate in their community. Community Connections is funded by the Queensland Community Support Scheme (QCSS).

This is a fixed term, part time role with conditions and salary at Level 3 of the SCHADS Award.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote a culture of respect, safety, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Provide assertive outreach and develop individual service plans.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to meet participants' needs.
• Advocate on behalf of participants with government departments and community agencies.
• Support participants in developing self-advocacy skills.
• Maintain accurate and complete data and case notes.
• Participate in professional development and supervision.

Essential Criteria:

• Commitment to the vision and mission of Micah Projects.
• Willingness to obtain a Diploma in Community Services or a Degree in Human Services/Social Work, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated engagement and interpersonal skills, particularly with those in crisis situations.
• Experience in people management, volunteering, and leadership in community settings.
• Positive attitude and ability to work flexibly and adaptively in a team environment.
• Commitment to cultural diversity and knowledge of equity and WHS principles.

For more information about the role and to learn more about the key selection criteria, see the attached position description.

For more information, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Support and Advocacy Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Benefits of working at Micah Projects

• Join a well-recognised multidisciplinary organisation;
• Salary Packaging option up to $18,550, increasing your take home pay (including 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 skill-set 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 on apply.

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.