About Us Challenge Community Services is a well-established, quality-assured organisation, committed to delivering person-centred services to children, youth, and carers across New South Wales.
We specialise in foster care, residential support, and respite services, and are passionate about making a positive and lasting impact in our communities.
The Role We are seeking a proactive and organised Administration Assistant to support our Foster Care team.
In this vital role, you will assist the Manager, Caseworkers, and Case Work team with a range of administrative tasks, ensuring smooth operations and efficient processes.
About You You are an experienced administrator with at least two years of experience, looking for a meaningful role in the community services sector.
Your strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage time effectively will help you excel in this position.
Essential Criteria: Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Team player with the ability to work independently when required.
Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic and evolving environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
COVID-19 vaccination.
Current Working with Children's Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain.
Desirable Criteria: Experience working within a Foster Care Agency or Case Work Management.
Understanding of child protection legislation, mandatory reporting, and related standards.
Qualifications in Business Administration or a relevant field Why You'll Love Working with Us: Competitive Pay Rates : Reflective of your qualifications and experience.
Salary Packaging : Up to $15,900 tax-free per fringe benefit year, boosting your take-home pay.
(if eligible) Entertainment/Meal Card : Use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income annually, in addition to your tax-free limit for living expenses.
(if eligible) Negotiated Extra Leave : Purchase additional annual leave, either to take or as a paid-out saving incentive.
Training and Development : Access opportunities to grow and enhance your skills.
Annual Flu Vaccination : Stay healthy with our annual flu vaccination program.
Birthday Leave : Enjoy a day off on your birthday!
Job Satisfaction : Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children in care.
How to apply When applying, please ensure you include a cover letter, resume and address the key selection criteria as part of your application.
To apply and view the Position Description please click on the 'apply now' button below or visit our website: www.challengecommunity.org.au Confidential enquiries can be made by contacting Kellie Slade email: Applications Close: 27th September 2024 We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land on which we work and live, and pay my respects to their elders past and present.
Challenge Community Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.
