Do you want to work in one of Australia’s leading organisations providing treatment and rehabilitation to torture and trauma survivors; that’s quality focused, diverse & committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people in communities?

Come & join us!

• Position No: 1029
• Enquiries:​ Jo McGregor on (02) 9646 6700
• Work Type: Full Time; 38 hours per week. Contract up to 30 June 2025 (Continuation subject to ongoing funding)
• Location: Armidale
• Vaccination Requirement: Category A.
• Salary: Health Education Officer, or other relevant classification based on qualifications, experience, and requirements of the role. A generous salary packaging scheme is also offered.

The Organisation

"STARTTS is a not-for-profit Affiliated Health Organisation focused on providing a broad range of services to refugees in NSW. The focus of STARTTS approach is on building capacity and empowering people and communities to take control over their own lives, using a strengths-based approach and building on individual, family, community and cultural strengths."

The Role

This position will be working within STARTTS Rural and Regional Community Development Team to enhance the infrastructure and capacity of women and girls in Armidale Ezidi community with the aim of creating a supportive environment and delivering wellbeing interventions. The position will also provide appropriate groupwork interventions using a culturally congruent approach.

Perks and Benefits

• Employment with attractive leave entitlements including 14 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks annual.
• leave and paid Accrued Day Off (ADO) (full-time employees only) and other entitlements.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay.
• Great education opportunities through our Training department.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
• Flexible hybrid work.
• For Rural and Regional positions only
  • Relocation costs may be considered.
  • Visa Sponsorship or Sponsorship of 482 visa transfer may be provided for the right candidate.

Skills, Qualifications and Essential Required

1. Relevant qualifications (Health Education Officer, Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences, Youth Work or other relevant) or extensive experience working with Ezidi-speaking communities.
2. Thorough knowledge of the culture, history, and current issues of refugees from the Ezidi-speaking communities now residing in NSW. 
3. Understanding of refugee issues and the effects of torture on individuals, families and communities with a particular focus on women and families.
4. Experience in community liaison, community education, community development and/or community work.
5. Demonstrated Group Work skills and/or experience. 
6. Excellent oral, written & interpersonal communication skills and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.
7. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within a multicultural environment.
8. Current NSW Driver’s licence.

Desirable Criteria:

1.  Bilingual in English and Ezidi community language relevant to Armidale, NSW.
2. Training/adult education skills and/or experience.

*This position is considered child-related employment and will require a Working with Children Background Check and a National Police Check. 

VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS

*This role is a Category A role. It is mandatory for Category A workers to meet and maintain the vaccination criteria (as per the current NSW Health and STARTTS policies).

Vaccination and/or assessment is required for Category A workers for the following transmissible diseases – measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella (chickenpox), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), influenza and tuberculosis.

COVID19 vaccination is strongly recommended, but not a requirement for employment.

If successful you must provide evidence of vaccination and/or assessment.

Should you not be able to comply with vaccination requirements before your commencement date, the offer of employment may be withdrawn.

If you have a medical reason for why you cannot be vaccinated, a medical contraindication evidence will be required.

HOW TO APPLY

• To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible. 
• Complete an application form by clicking Apply Now. 
• Write a Statement Against the Selection Criteria outlining how you meet the selection criteria (see the guide “How to apply for a job at STARTTS”)
• Submit an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Provide copies of relevant Qualifications if applicable (overseas qualification must be assessed by an appropriate Australian body to be considered)
• Statements of Service from previous relevant roles (if applicable, please ask us for a sample)
• A cover letter is optional.

NB: Depending on the role, if appointed, you may need a current ‘NSW Working With Children Check’ clearance, follow this link for information on how to apply for your check here.

A position description is attached.