Welfare/Outreach Work


Posted: 17-03-2010
Employment Sector:
Disabilities
Support Work

Work Type: Full-time
Organisation: Multiple Sclerosis Ltd
State:NSW
Closing Date: 24/03/2010

* Attractive tax free salary packaging
* Part time role – 3 days/week
* Located in Kogarah, NSW

Welfare/Outreach Work
MS Australia – ACT/NSW/VIC provides a wide range of support services, information resources and educational programs to help people living with multiple sclerosis understand and manage the disease to achieve optimal health and wellbeing

We now seek a Welfare/Outreach worker to join our experienced Client Services team, located in Kogarah, NSW. This is a unique opportunity to develop a broad range of skills and to make a difference in the lives of people living with MS!

Your duties will include:

* Providing evidence based information, psycho-social support and advice to people with MS and their families
* Facilitating access to information and education as well as advocating on behalf of the client
* Engaging with local health and community service providers to ensure a coordinated approach to service delivery

We seek an individual with:

* Previous experience in a related disability or health care position
* Tertiary qualifications in social work and/or other related discipline as well as appropriate registration
* An understanding and knowledge of the disability sector
* Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
* Demonstrated communication and networking skills
* Current driver’s licence & own vehicle

The successful applicant will be offered a competitive remuneration package, with tax free salary packaging options as well as the opportunity to work within a high profile, highly respected, not-for-profit Australian organisation

Applications & Requests for Position Descriptions should be directed to Joseph at: joseph.assad@msaustralia.org.au

Additional enquiries are welcome and can be directed to Felicity on (02) 9646 0620

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