Officer - Orientation (Humanitarian Settlement Program)East Perth WA 6004, Australia Req #11531
Max term until 9th May 2025Based in East PerthAbout Us Australian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.
About the role Be responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating an orientation schedule designed to help inform and empower newly arrived clients to become more independent in the community. Provide logistical support and rostering for workshops whilst coordinating all aspects of the HSP Orientation program.
The Orientation Officer works within the Community Connections team of the HSP to ensure that orientation resources are provided to clients in an effective and accessible way, taking into account the unique needs of adult learners from refugee and humanitarian entrant backgrounds.
What you will bring Train bilingual staff and volunteers in delivering the HSP Orientation Program to adult learners from diverse refugee and humanitarian entrant backgrounds.Train case managers, volunteers and bilingual casual support workers to assess clients' progress and achievements against orientation outcomes.Regularly provide feedback to Case Managers on issues raised by clients during orientation.Actively problem solve to overcome barriers to clients accessing orientation.Collaborate with colleagues from across the country on projects, develop new networks, insights and skills whilst generating shared impact on outcomes.This role has some requirement for after-hours and weekend work.A current drivers licence and Working With Children's Check is mandatory.Why work with us? Work for purpose, know that the work you do enables Red Cross to support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability.
Red Cross respects, values and encourages diversity. We believe that diversity in our people enriches our organisation as well as the impact we have.
Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave.
Health & Wellbeing: You can tap into specialist advice for nutrition, sleep, resilience and mindfulness, as well as access to guided meditation and other wellbeing programs.
Work/Life Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid 'Me' day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options.
Career development: Access to ongoing learning, training, and development courses.
Further information This role is covered by the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Award – Level 3. Salary from $73,823.36 FTE + superannuation + salary packaging.
For additional enquiries, please contact Sian Gair on for a confidential discussion.
Applications close: Wednesday 9th September.
Job Ref #: 11531
Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre. We embrace diversity and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with different lived experiences, abilities, gender, ethnicity, age, and sexual orientation. We are a child safe organisation with zero tolerance of any harm to children. Our vision is to be trusted as the leading humanitarian organisation making a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities.
Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross.
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