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Peer Facilitators - Newcastle, Coffs Harbour & Moree / Tamworth

Carers NSW
  • Rewarding full-time opportunities supporting carers
  • Contract positions until the end of June 2021 with possible extension
  • Based in Newcastle, Coffs Harbour or Tamworth/Moree with regional travel

Carers NSW is the peak body in NSW for carers of all ages and circumstances. We are a not-for-profit organisation connecting and empowering carers and improving their quality of life through support, referrals, capacity building and training.

As the new Carer Gateway Service Provider (CGSP) in Region 4 of NSW (Central Coast, Hunter New England and North Coast) we are excited to be growing our team and are looking for Peer Facilitators based in Newcastle, Coffs Harbour and Tamworth or Moree with availability to travel in the region.

These positions are responsible for organising and facilitating peer support, where carers meet in-person to share their experiences, learn from each other and develop networks to help support and connect with one another.

Reporting to the Team Leader, Peer Support & Coaching you will be able to demonstrate the following essential criteria:

  • Lived experience as a carer
  • Strong group facilitation skills
  • Knowledge of the community care and health systems and other programs relevant to carers
  • Understanding of and commitment to at least one carer demographic group, such as ageing, disability and mental health
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Mandatory Reporting and Privacy requirements
  • High level organisational skills, including time management
  • Excellent computer and administrative skills, including experience using databases
  • High level written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work within a team environment

We can offer you a competitive salary plus not for profit salary packaging benefits and a friendly team committed to the organisation’s purpose.

To learn more about what we do, please visit our website.

A full position description is available below.

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