Jobs – Qld

Welfare Officer

* Support and advocacy for families and individuals
* Initiating community support options
* Non clinical counselling and care management

The purpose of this position is to ensure a welfare service of the highest quality is provided to clients, families and other relevant stakeholders of the Association; and be the main point of contact for liaison with government and non-government agencies in relation to welfare services for the Association’s clients and families.

The Welfare Officer will report to the Senior Welfare Officer who will provide supervision and support.

3. Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

(a) Maintain, and develop where possible, current welfare services provided by the Association for clients and families affected by Huntington’s Disease
(b) In conjunction with the Senior Welfare Officer undertake initial assessment of all new client referrals to the Association and access welfare services where appropriate
(c) Organise and implement quality management issues relating to client and family care such as individual care plans
(d) In conjunction with the Senior Welfare Officer determine clients’ suitability to access day respite and other services provided by the Association
(e) In conjunction with the Senior Welfare Officer coordinate and implement client/family support and recreation groups
(f) Maintain accurate and current resources for dissemination to clients, families and care providers
(g) Coordinate the provision of education and training to external stakeholders as required
(h) Coordinate networking of relevant health and disability professionals.
(i) Prepare and present reports to the Management Committee as required.

Salary Packaging available plus vehicle for private use. Position description and selection criteria available at: Australian Huntington’s Disease Association (Qld) Inc, Phone 07 3391 8833 or email: qahda@logicworld.com.au Closing date: 8th june 2007.

Administration Officer (Central)

The Health and Community Services Workforce Council aims to represent two major growth industries, the Community Services industry and the Health industry. The Workforce Council has coverage of the industries workforce across six sectors – Children’s Services, Social and Community Services, Residential and Home Care Services, Community-based Health Services, Health Services and Hospital-based Care.

The Workforce Council is the primary adviser to the State Government and the community services and health industries regarding workforce development, education and training needs and training reform in Queensland.

The Central Administration Officer is part of the Business Services team within The Workforce Council, and provides administrative and office support to the Workforce Council personnel.

The main focus of the position will be providing administrative support of a complex nature, especially in the areas of customer service, database administration, payroll and record management.

This is a challenging and enjoyable role, conveniently based in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD, close to public transport!

The team at The Workforce Council is a dynamic and supportive one, and you will be welcomed into this role!

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Social Planner

Our client is an independent national planning, property and urban design consultancy.

They provide a wide range of disciplines, knowledge and skills, covering the built, economic and social environments.
Their reputation for quality and professionalism is outstanding.
They are forward thinking and innovative in their thinking. As a result they have extremely low staff turnover and are an extremely sought after firm to work for. Their projects are diverse and they are continually leading change.

Due to continued growth they currently have an opportunity for a Social Planner to join their Brisbane team. The role of the Social Planner involves undertaking a range of tasks as directed in relation to the day- to-day operation of the Social Research and Planning Division.

Currently this division’s focus is in the areas of social planning, social research, social infrastructure and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities associated with this role are as follows;

• Conduct literature reviews for social planning and research projects
• Prepare community profiles and community plans
• Conduct interviews, focus groups and small workshops
• Prepare draft project reports for social planning and research projects
• Prepare workshop and focus group presentation material
• Prepare draft fee proposals and submissions for research and social planning projects
• Provide fieldwork support to Team Leaders

To apply for this opportunity you will need demonstrated experience in social planning and/or social impact assessment projects
With up to 2 years experience in Social Planning, Community Development or related professional field. Experience in the preparation of SIA for Court Work will also be highly regarded.

This role will see you mixing with leading personnel within the QLD planning market.
Remuneration associated with this position will dependant on skills and experience. In addition to the salary package there is also the opportunity to earn bonuses in the areas of performance and new business.
In addition to these benefits you will be able to benefit from free fortnightly massages, 5 weeks leave and salary continuance insurance.

To apply for this role click the apply now button or send your cv in the strictest of confidence to resume@kfr.com.au or call Kay Farnell on 02 9966 0969

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Senior Social Planner

Our client is an independent national planning, property and urban design consultancy.

They provide a wide range of disciplines, knowledge and skills, covering the built, economic and social environments.
Their reputation for quality and professionalism is outstanding.
They are forward thinking and innovative in their thinking. As a result they have extremely low staff turnover and are an extremely sought after firm to work for. Their projects are diverse and they are continually leading change.

Due to continued growth they currently have an opportunity for a Senior Social Planner to join their Sydney team. The role of the Senior Social Planner involves undertaking a range of tasks as directed in relation to the day- to-day operation of the Social Research and Planning Division.

Currently this division’s focus is in the areas of social planning, social research, social infrastructure and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities associated with this role are as follows

• Servicing client requirements and maintaining client relationships
• Project Management
• Direct management of projects.
• Effective workload planning of yourself and others.

This role will see you mixing with leading personnel within the QLD planning market.
Remuneration associated with this position will dependant on skills and experience. In addition to the salary package there is also the opportunity to earn bonuses in the areas of performance and new business.
In addition to these benefits you will be able to benefit from a company blackberry, 5 weeks leave and salary continuance insurance.

To apply for this role click the apply now button or send your cv in the strictest of confidence to resume@kfr.com.au or call Kay Farnell on 02 9966 0969

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