Harm Reduction Outreach Worker - The Factory Community Centre

Harm Reduction Outreach Worker - The Factory Community Centre

Applications close 26 May 2011 Beyond Walls Project Redfern/ Waterloo Outreach worker The Factory Community Centre, a small but effective Non-Government agency working within Redfern and Waterloo, is seeking a Harm reduction Outreach worker to join their support team. The outreach worker will work with the local community and our partner agencies to develop, deliver, and oversee an outreach support programme targeting ‘hard to reach’ residents with a particular emphasis on those who may have substance misuse challenges. This is a Full Time position (with option of job share and flexible hours), funded for one year by the Australian Governments - Federal Attorney General’s Department, and supported by Waterloo, Neighbourhood Advisory Board, Safety Action Group, Redfern and Waterloo Community Drug Action Team, the Redfern Waterloo Authority and various NSW Government and non-Government Human Services. Ideally you will come from a community support & development background, with experience in working with complex needs and substance misuse, and have the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders. To be considered for this position you will have the following: Proven track record in working with complex needs and the ability to work autonomously Experienced in one on one support work, case management, group work and events management Ability to network, and engage a diverse range of service providers match with the ability to engage wider community support and ensure resident involvement of the project plan/delivery. Skilled at conflict management and diffusion techniques Good street awareness and knowledge of the local area Knowledge and experience equivalent to very team skilled member and or certificate 4 in relevant studies and can demonstrate a full range of competencies related to the position description High level interpersonal and communication skills Strong ‘clinical’ boundaries are essential Sound awareness of OHS in relation to outreach work To apply, send a copy of your resume with a covering letter addressing the criteria outlined in the Position description attached. Download: Position Description For more information: contact: Michael Shreenan phone: 96989569 email: mshreenan@the-factory.org.au This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it website: www.the-factory.org.au Applications Address: The Factory Community Centre 67 Raglan St Waterloo NSW 2017

2011 CENSUS – RECRUITMENT

2011 CENSUS – RECRUITMENT
 The next national Census of Population and Housing will be conducted on the night of Tuesday 9 August 2011.

The Census aims to accurately measure the number of people in Australia on Census night, their key characteristics, and the dwellings in which they live.

In order to assist in the preparation and operation of the Census, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is recruiting around 43,000 community-minded field staff all over Australia, 10,000 of which will be in NSW and the ACT, to help us count the nation. REGISTER YOUR INTEREST If you would like to help support your community, enjoy working with people, and have time you can give, working on the Census is a great community-based activity that makes a real difference to Australia. If you are interested in an upcoming position, either as an Area Supervisor or Collector, you can register your interest online at
 AVAILABLE JOB OPPORTUNITIES Area Supervisors
 Collectors

 Area Supervisors must take responsibility for the Collectors and Special Collectors undertaking the delivery and collection of Census forms to and from all dwellings in their allocated areas. They are also responsible for liaising and reporting to the Census Management Unit (CMU).
Area Supervisors must work from home, use their own telephone for Census purposes and have the use of a vehicle which can be securely locked. Area Supervisors must provide secure storage in their home for up to 72 packs of Census material (approximately 1.6 cubic metres).
Area Supervisors need to be available for Census work from 18 April to 7 October 2011. During the peak collection and delivery phase of the Census, Area Supervisors will have to work weekdays and weekends, including evenings up to 9 pm. Selection Criteria for Area Supervisors Applications for Area Supervisor positions will be assessed against the following criteria:
 Australian citizen or a permanent resident of Australia, who is at least 18 years of age;
 Availability to work during the period 18 April to 07 October 2011;
 A current driver’s licence, the use of a secure vehicle and a home telephone;
 The ability to train and manage staff;
 An understanding of participative management, workplace diversity and occupational health and safety issues;
 Good communication and liaison skills with the ability to apply strong interpersonal skills in potentially challenging situations;
 Organisational ability and clerical skills;
 Ability to resolve operational issues and work under pressure;
 Good knowledge of the area to be enumerated and an awareness of the potential problems;
 Ability to maintain the security and confidentiality of information collected;
 Physical ability to handle large amounts of material and negotiate difficult terrain, if required; and
 Ability to represent the Australian Bureau of Statistics in a professional manner. Payment for Area Supervisors 
 Travelling, incidental and motor vehicle allowances are also applicable. An Area Supervisor will be paid between $4,300 and $7,500 depending on their workload.
AREA SUPERVISORS are responsible for delivering and collecting forms from all dwellings in a specified area. Collectors will be required to work from 1 July 2011 until 8 September 2011 and will be paid between $1,100 and $2,300 depending on their workload. Applications open 9 April 2011. Collectors are responsible for selecting, training, supervising and leading a team of Collectors. Area Supervisors will be required to work from 18 April 2011 until 7 October 2011 and will be paid between $4,300 and $7,500 depending on their workload. Applications open 12 February 2011. www.abs.gov.au/census