Do you want to work in one of Australia’s leading organisations providing treatment and rehabilitation to torture and trauma survivors; that’s quality focused, diverse & committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people in communities?

Come & join us!

The Organisation

"STARTTS is a not-for-profit Affiliated Health Organisation focused on providing a broad range of services to refugees in NSW. The focus of STARTTS approach is on building capacity and empowering people and communities to take control over their own lives, using a strengths-based approach and building on individual, family, community and cultural strengths."

The Role

This position will be a member of the Rural & Regional Team managed by a team leader, and will be based in Wagga Wagga while outreaching to regional centres in Southern NSW where required.  You will provide a wide range of therapeutic interventions for survivors of refugee trauma and/or torture settling in Southern NSW. You will also liaise with refugee communities and other relevant stakeholders to develop and implement community development activities. 

The successful applicant will be part of a multicultural and multi-disciplinary team.

Skills Required

Tertiary qualifications in Health, Welfare, Social Work, Psychology or Counselling. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in counselling, community development, have understanding and sensitivity in regards to the provision of support and counselling services in a cross-cultural context.  You will be a highly motivated person with excellent communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated understanding of the issues affecting refugees in particular resettlement issues, and the effects of torture on individuals, young people, families, and communities. 

You will be a highly motivated person with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively within a multicultural team setting.

For full selection criteria please see the attached position description.

• Position No: 1069
• Enquiries: Mr John Payne on 02 9646 6700
• Work Type: Full time, 38 hours per week. Contract up to 2 years (continuation subject to ongoing funding)
• Location: Wagga Wagga
• Salary: Health Education Officer other relevant classification based on qualifications, experience and requirements of the role. 
• A generous salary packaging scheme is also offered to reduce the taxable income and increase the take home pay.

NB: Depending on the role, if appointed, as well as a Criminal Record Check clearance you may need a current ‘NSW Working With Children Check’ clearance, follow this link for information.

Applicants must submit a statement against the selection criteria as per the position description together with a STARTTS application form and a current CV. For instructions on how to apply, and to apply, please click Apply Now.