Job Description
Make meaningful impact in the lives of unpaid carers and those they care for
3 x full time roles | Canberra based | $83K + super | tax effective packaging
Suits candidates or recent graduates with a health or community background
The Organisatio
n
For over 30 years, Carers ACT has been providing emotional and practical support to unpaid carers. As the peak body for carers in the ACT, they exist to raise the voice of carers to instigate change, and work to create a community that values and respects the caring rol
e.
Carers ACT partners with over 3,500 carers each year, connecting them to information, advice, guidance and services and empowering them to maintain their caring role and personal wellbei
ng.
Benefits & Cul
ture
Inclusive, supportive, carer-friendly work
placeFree onsite parking available at the Holt o
fficeSome work from home flexib
ilityEmployee assistance program and paid wellbeing
leaveOpportunities to develop professionally and make meaningful i
m
pact
Th
e Role
You will develop and deliver action plans in collaboration with a range of carers providing access to information, support and referrals relevant to their caring role. With a focus on providing service excellence and empowering carer participants, your key responsibilities will i
nclude:
Conducting intake assessments utilising self-reflective practice methods with the carer to identify the carer’s needs a
nd goalsDeveloping carer support and actio
ns plansBooking services and coordinating support through external
agenciesFacilitating emergency support when
requiredOngoing review and engagement with carers to support and encourage them to achie
ve goals
Skills
Required
With qualifications or experience in allied health, nursing, community services, or similar, you may be a recent graduate with placement experience or a practitioner looking to move away from clinical or shift work, or you have experience from a similar role where you’ve developed skills in making care related assessments, recommendations and
decisions.
Additionally you bring empathy, the ability to build rapport quickly, and a flexible approach to address the unique needs and sensitivities of participants, together with demonstrated ability to manage your time and workload and a strong commitment to teamwork and goo
d practice.
A current Police Check, Working with Vulnerable People Check with NDIS Participants (or willingness to obtain), and Driver’s Licence
is required.
If you are passionate about supporting and empowering carers in the ACT, then apply by submitting your resume and cover letter responding to the skills required. For further information please contact Hayley Martin on
02 8243 0570
Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon
as possible.
NGO Recruitment values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go a
head and apply.
3 x full time roles | Canberra based | $83K + super | tax effective packaging
Suits candidates or recent graduates with a health or community background
The Organisatio
n
For over 30 years, Carers ACT has been providing emotional and practical support to unpaid carers. As the peak body for carers in the ACT, they exist to raise the voice of carers to instigate change, and work to create a community that values and respects the caring rol
e.
Carers ACT partners with over 3,500 carers each year, connecting them to information, advice, guidance and services and empowering them to maintain their caring role and personal wellbei
ng.
Benefits & Cul
ture
Inclusive, supportive, carer-friendly work
placeFree onsite parking available at the Holt o
fficeSome work from home flexib
ilityEmployee assistance program and paid wellbeing
leaveOpportunities to develop professionally and make meaningful i
m
pact
Th
e Role
You will develop and deliver action plans in collaboration with a range of carers providing access to information, support and referrals relevant to their caring role. With a focus on providing service excellence and empowering carer participants, your key responsibilities will i
nclude:
Conducting intake assessments utilising self-reflective practice methods with the carer to identify the carer’s needs a
nd goalsDeveloping carer support and actio
ns plansBooking services and coordinating support through external
agenciesFacilitating emergency support when
requiredOngoing review and engagement with carers to support and encourage them to achie
ve goals
Skills
Required
With qualifications or experience in allied health, nursing, community services, or similar, you may be a recent graduate with placement experience or a practitioner looking to move away from clinical or shift work, or you have experience from a similar role where you’ve developed skills in making care related assessments, recommendations and
decisions.
Additionally you bring empathy, the ability to build rapport quickly, and a flexible approach to address the unique needs and sensitivities of participants, together with demonstrated ability to manage your time and workload and a strong commitment to teamwork and goo
d practice.
A current Police Check, Working with Vulnerable People Check with NDIS Participants (or willingness to obtain), and Driver’s Licence
is required.
If you are passionate about supporting and empowering carers in the ACT, then apply by submitting your resume and cover letter responding to the skills required. For further information please contact Hayley Martin on
02 8243 0570
Please note there is no formal closing date for this role, if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon
as possible.
NGO Recruitment values equitable recruitment practices and is committed to representing candidates reflective of the diverse organisations and communities we work with. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages, and identities, and are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. If you are interested in this position and have most of the skills or experience we are looking for, please go a
head and apply.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Carer Support Specialist position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Canberra offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.