Jobs – NSW

Planet Ark Environmental Foundation – Administration Assistant *
If you have administration experience, enjoy working in a small, busy and results- oriented team and want to do your bit for the environment, please go to www.planetark.com/work for a full position description and further information. Applications due COB Friday, August 18th, 2006. Send attention to Anne-Marie Byrne, General Manager via one of the following: EMAIL: anne-marie@planetark.com POST: Planet Ark Environmental Foundation Level 2, 15-17 Young Street Sydney NSW 2000. FAX: 02 8484 7222 ENQUIRIES: (please read information package before calling) Ph: 02 8484 7202

COMMUNITY OPTIONS ILLAWARRA INC – Coordinator *
Applicants should submit a resume of relevant experience and qualifications and the name and telephone number of two recent referees to: The Chairperson Community Options Illawarra IPOSITION SPECIFICATION: Permanent full – time (35 hours per week) commencing on 4 September 2006. However, we encourage people with the necessary skills & experience wishing to work part-time to also apply. SALARY: Grade 3 (above award salary & conditions): Social and Community Services Employees (State) Award. PO Box 1433 WOLLONGONG NSW 2500 Closing date for applications is 23 August 2006. To receive an information package and further details please ring 4226 3611.

Project Co-Ordinator
The South East Neighbourhood Centre is seeking to recruit “a cross roads” Project Co-ordinator to assist veterans in their transition from home into residential care. Part-time, 3 days p.w. For details check www.ncoss.org.au David Atkins 02 8338 8506.

Youth Worker – Macarthur Diversity Services
Macarthur Diversity Services is a non-profit community based charitable organsiation which provides a range of services to a diverse section of our community. We are seeking a dynamic youth worker to provide support & referral services to youth from culturally & linguistically diverse backgrounds in the Macarthur region. To obtain a copy of the position description & application form please visit our website http://www.mdsi.org.au/positions.htm; or email judith@mdsi.org.au or call on 0246 271188. Closing Date: August 24th, 2006

Housing Support Worker
PART-TIME, 15 Hrs. over 2 or 3 days. For St. George Womens’ Housing, a SAAP funded medium term housing scheme for women with or without dependent children. ESSENTIAL: Relevant qualifications and/or experience working with women and children in a supportive environment. Proven ability to prepare, implement and monitor individual support plans. Ability to work autonomously and within a team. Awareness of cross cultural issues. Skills in advocacy and liaison. Good written and oral communication skills and computer literacy. Current driver’s licence and comprehensively
insured vehicle. DESIRABLE: Community language Knowledge of local community services. For more details, ring Sandra on (02) 9553 8411. Closing Date: Friday, 25th August. SALARY: SACS Award Grade 3. Being a woman is a genuine occupation within Section 31 and 14B of the Anti-Discrim Act 1977. Applications to St. George Women’s Housing, 60 Carlton Pde., Carlton, 2218. or Email stgwh@tpg.com.au

Community Development Officer
Hornsby Shire Council’s Community Services Branch is seeking an experienced Community Development Officer – Arts/Cultural Planning. This new and exciting position is designed to develop and complete Hornsby Shire Council’s Cultural Plan for inclusion in Council’s Social Plan 2005-2010. You will be responsible for consulting with relevant stakeholders, Council staff, Councillors and community members and undertaking research and administrative tasks associated with the development of a comprehensive cultural plan for the Hornsby Shire. To apply for this position you must obtain an information kit and address all essential and desirable selection criteria. To obtain the information kit from: http://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/jobstenders/index.cfm?NavigationID=585

Community Liaison Coordinator
This position manages the development, delivery and promotion of services and outreach programs to community groups. This includes the Home Library Service, services to people with a disability, services to people from a non English speaking background, and the management of the Community Information Directory. To apply for this position you must obtain an information kit and address all essential and desirable selection criteria. To obtain the information kit from: http://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/jobstenders/index.cfm?NavigationID=585

Administration Officer – Welfare Organisation
$41,500 + Super + Leave Loading 9am-5pm
Upper North Shore. Our client, within the social welfare industry and based in the Upper North Shore is on the look out for a true support person. Working closely with a team of managers in an executive secretary/administrative function, you will be:-• Maintaining a hard copy diary • Screening calls • Taking minutes … occasionally • Looking after stationery • Meeting and greeting visitors • Filing • Providing exceptional customer service • In your element providing support to a very busy Manager. An intermediate understanding of Word and Excel are required together with a typing speed of 50 wpm. Solid Outlook skills are required and if you possess an understanding of PowerPoint that would be an added bonus.To be considered for this role, you must enjoy being a true support person. We are seeking a team player with a flexible attitude who is happy multi-tasking, taking care of the general day to day administrative duties, has a proactive nature and really thrives on taking the responsibility of all administrative duties to ensure your supervisor can concentrate on the “bigger picture”. An appreciation or understanding of the Catholic faith is preferred but not essential. Ideally you will possess a minimum of 3 years experience within an office support, administrative, secretarial or PA role. We are looking to appoint someone ASAP so don’t delay. Email your application to marisa@mccormackemployment.com.au or phone Marisa Buskariol on 8922 5000.

PERSONAL ASSISTANT/ADMINISTRATOR
$40,000 + super. Global Not For Profit. Fantastic supportive team. A talented secretary/administration assistant is sought by our well-known CITY client. You will support two senior managers who are dedicated to the preservation of the world’s environment, fauna and flora. In this role you will provide PA support to the Operations Manager and Deputy CEO of this global non for profit organisation.You will need a sound working knowledge of MS packages, excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate with people at all levels. You will also have experience in managing a diary, co-ordinating work flow and providing support to senior management. This is a role that offers a candidate with a commitment to the future environment an opportunity to become part of a truly committed team. For further information please call Dina, Angie or Liz on 9231 3300 and email your resume to careers@coxpurtell.com.au.

STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
The job description, organisational chart and other relevant information for this position can be obtained from Council’s website at www.campbelltown.nsw.gov.au Applications close 25 August.

Youth Development Officer
Full-time. Salary Package to $45,138. Auburn Community Development Network (ACDN), is a community based organisation that focuses on the social, cultural & community development needs of youth, refugees, recently arrived migrants & disadvantaged community members. The Youth Development officer (YDO) works with young people from amongst newly arrived refugees & assists in the formation of youth groups, education & training activities, leadership programs, cultural, entertainment & sports & recreational activities. The YDO provides support & referral when needed & will need to be able to work in both formal & informal situations to access & relate effectively to young people. Whilst not essential, ACDN welcomes applications from people from diverse cultural backgrounds. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a working with children check. Applicants are required to obtain the Position Description & Selection Criteria by emailing centremanager@acdn.org.au or calling Jeff on 9649 5559. Applications close Thursday 31st August, 2006.

Disability Support Worker, Open Employment
Vocational Trainer Fieldworker Position servicing Sydney City, North Sydney and Northern Beaches. Part-time maternity and permanent full-time positions available. Jobsupport is a highly successful and innovative program placing and maintaining people with intellectual disability in open employment. Extensive staff training provided.
Duties performed include: Assessment; Jobsearch; Negotiating and analysing Jobs One-to-one; training in work places; On-going client and employer support. Well developed communication skills are essential. You must have a driver’s licence and a reliable car. Relevant experience and qualifications skills are highly desirable.Salary $42,725.54 – $47,289.32 including car allowance (optional salary packaging available) Applications close Friday 25 August 2006. (Interviews may commence before this date). All applications will receive confirmation of receipt. Apply in writing to: THE MANAGER JOBSUPPORT INC. PO Box 1247 CHATSWOOD NSW 2057 Email: nside@jobsupport.asn.au Venue Officers $52,912. Venue Officers are required to ensure the presentation standards for all events and functions at the Sydney Town Hall and associated venues. You will complete the following duties: • Daily cleaning of function areas and bathrooms. • Set-up and breakdown of furniture and staging. • Security work. Essential criteria includes: • A current or eligibility to hold a Security Licence 1ABC and First Aid Certificate. • Ability to work shift work on a rotating basis which includes regular work on weekends, evenings and public holidays. • Effective verbal communication skills and an ability to work in a team environment. • Physical fitness in order to undertake the operational requirements of the position. This position attracts a salary of $52,912. This annualised rate of pay includes all penalty payments and allowances as provided by Council’s Awards. Position descriptions may be obtained from www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au by clicking on “Jobs” under Quick Links. Applications must include the names and telephone numbers of two referees and be lodged with jobs@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or forwarded to HR, City of Sydney, GPO Box 1591, Sydney NSW 2001 by Friday 25 August 2006 quoting Ref. No. S047171.

ASSISTANT YOUTH WORKER
20 hours per week P/P/T Sacs Award – Grade 2, Year 1 Essential: * Relevant qualifica tions or studying * An awareness of local youth issues * Ability to work in a team * Good communication skills Desirable: * LR Driver’s licence * Current first aid certificate Applications close 31st August 2006 To obtain further information contact Julie Longland on 4645 4908 or email ctownyouthservices@bigpond.com

Records Officer
Waverley Council. Before applying for a position you must obtain a Job Information Pack. Records Officer Salary Range: $772.64 to $888.54 + Super File No: A06/1194. An enthusiastic and experienced Records Officer is needed for a small professional records team. Duties include registration of correspondence, knowledge and use of thesaurus based filing systems, and TRIM. You will be providing assistance and guidance to records systems users and general support for our Records System. For more information contact Byron Cranstone on (02) 9369 8134 CLOSING DATE: 30 August 2006 HOW TO APPLY: To obtain a job package (including the selection criteria) for the above position(s), please contact our Job Line on 9369 8177 or download direct from our website at www.waverley.nsw.gov.au You MUST address the selection criteria and quote the relevant file number in your application. Send written applications to The General Manager, PO Box 9, Bondi Junction NSW 2022. Alternatively, applications may be submitted via fax or email to 9387 1820 or waver@waverley.nsw.gov.au