Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 29th Oct 2024
- Regional VIC > Ararat
At ACSO, we look for people who believe in second chances, who share our values and are passionate about supporting forensic clients to re integrate back into the community. If this sounds like you, read on!
The Australian Community Support Organisation (ACSO) is a vibrant, values driven NFP, focused on partnering with Government and the community to co-design services that create real social change. We are an organisation with a bold vision to create a safe and inclusive community where prison truly is the last resort. Our purpose is to strengthen the wellbeing of our communities by advocating for and delivering services which divert people away from the justice system.
The Australian Community Support Organisation recognises the right to a safe and inclusive service without bias. ACSO is committed to the equitable treatment of its participants, employees and partners. We believe in humanity and celebrating the diverse voices of our community through leadership, practice and policy design, to honour and embrace diverse traditions, cultures and experiences of those we support and work alongside.
The primary role of the Community Support Program (CSP) Group Facilitator is to engage Post Sentence Order participants residing within the Correctional Residential facilities in a range of programs designed to assist them in the development of skills, including those relevant to independent living and improved general wellbeing and relationships. Participants are medium- high risk and present with complex needs. The CSP Group Facilitator will plan the sessions, conduct the group sessions, guiding the discussions and ensuring a positive and productive environment as well maintain associated administration tasks such as group summaries.
The CSP Group Facilitator will work in collaboration with the respective Correctional Residential facility management to identify and implement group activities targeted to specific interests and needs of the participants. They will also be actively involved in the recruitment of participants through the delivery of information sessions and discussions with residents to generate interest in participation.
The CSP Group Facilitator will be responsible for working an after-hours roster (i.e. 2pm to 8pm) and will engage directly with residents enrolled in the group activities. As part of this role, you will also be required to develop new group activity initiatives and programs where specific interests or needs arise. The CSP Group Facilitator may also be called upon to provide one on one programs where individualised needs arise.
If you think you'd be a great fit - we'd love to hear from you!
To apply and view the position description (PD), please visit our careers website and provide a copy of your resume, a brief covering letter and a document outlining responses to the selection criteria found in the PD.
As ACSO is an NDIS provider, the successful candidate must hold an NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance before they commence employment in this position.
To learn more about this position, please contact Angela Goodhew, Program Manager, on 0438980931.
Applications may close early if a suitable candidate is found sooner, so we recommend applying early!
ACSO proudly acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as Australia's first peoples and pay respect to their rich culture, lores, customs and elders past and present. We strongly embrace the spirit of reconciliation and continue working towards ensuring an equal voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, particularly those who have been touched by the justice system.
ACSO recognises the right to a safe and inclusive service without bias and aims to provide a safe working environment, one which seeks to protect those affected by domestic and family violence and holds those who may use domestic and family violence to account, whilst supporting positive behaviour change.
ACSO embraces diversity within its workforce and encourages applications from appropriately qualified and skilled people regardless of their background. All suitable applicants for this role will be considered regardless of age, ability, race, gender expression, sex, cultural background, spiritual beliefs or lived experience.