About the organisation

Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. We reflect on the critical factors shaping our contemporary world; the social, political and economic contexts, and we adapt our practice to work with those most in need.

Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community.

We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research.

About the program

The Settlement Program is a Community Development Program funded by the Department of Social Services (DSS). Jesuit Social Services collaborates with newly arrives communities (people who migrated to Australia in the last 5 years), and other local community organisations and services to implement this project from Jesuit Social Services offices in Inner and Western Melbourne. The program seeks to support the settlement of new and emerging communities through general casework, group information sessions, referral to mainstream services and activities, using a community development and capacity building approach

About the role

• Support the Manager, Community Development and Support in relation to the day to day operations of the SETS Program.
• Provide regular supervision and support to a small team of support workers inclusive of mentoring, professional development and role modelling with a view to ensuring quality service provision.
• Work collaboratively as a member of the Settlement Team to provide individual and group based support to meet the needs of SETS eligible participants.

Competitive remuneration, plus salary packaging benefit, is offered together with ongoing professional and career development as well as opportunities for personal growth.

• Parental leave coverage role.
• Fixed term contract.
• Part time role (0.6 EFT).

What Jesuit Social Services can offer you

• An organisation that lives its values, through its day to day work
• A welcoming and supportive relational environment
• A comprehensive Induction and Orientation program
• Ongoing training and development related to your role
• Employee assistance program
• A competitive salary plus salary packaging benefits
• Generous leave

About you

This role will suit a candidate with the following skills and experience:

1. Tertiary qualification/s and/or relevant experience in field
2. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership via support and mentoring
3. Experience delivering individual and group support work to SETS eligible people
4. Sound knowledge and experience developing networks across the social services sector
5. Demonstrated commitment to supporting new arrivals and emerging communities

How to apply

• Click "Apply Now" to view the Position Description.
• Upload your resume and cover letter incorporating your responses to the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description.
• For further information please contact Kimberley Malone on 0436293300.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the closing date may be subject to change without notice.

Jesuit Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, cultural background, age, gender, sexuality, disability or religious affiliation.

We strongly encourage applications from all community members including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people with a disability, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and working parents.

Jesuit Social Services is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.