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This position will assist with the ongoing development and implementation of the Cultural Hub at Advance Diversity Services. The Cultural Hub supports migrants, refugees and asylum seekers to develop their creative arts skills and knowledge for business development and employment pathways.

Activities and Tasks:

• Organising training based on the needs expressed by Cultural Hub members
• Working with Cultural Hub members and ADS staff to coordinate events/activity bookings and trainings
• Maintaining an up-to-date database of Cultural Hub members
• Liaising with stakeholders (e.g. other community organisations and government departments) to coordinate Cultural Hub bookings for events/activities  
• Preparation and distribution of promotional materials relating to Cultural Hub

Working with newly arrived migrants, refugees and humanitarian entrants

Working with newly arrived migrants, refugees and humanitarian entrants can be a very rewarding experience but it can also have its challenges. Some general tips for working with our newly arrived migrants, refugees and humanitarian entrants clients are:

• Be aware of cultural practices and levels of English language proficiency;
• Be aware some of our clients may have arrived in Australia with past traumatic experiences which may affect their ability to trust and form bonds with other people
• each person is unique and has their own personality;
• treat everyone with courtesy and respect;
• use clear, simple language;
• always be prepared to have a chat with our clients. It’s the best way to build rapport and trust.

For further information please contact Anthony Scerri on (02) 9597 5455 or email info@advancediversity.org.au

Position reference no: 2019JA009

Part Time – 21 hours per week

Immediate Start – fixed term up to 30 June 2020

We are currently seeking to employ a part-time Multicultural Sector Support Development Officer (MSSDO) for a fixed term contract with immediate start through to 30 June 2020.

The MSSDO is to improve access and cultural responsiveness of available Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) to meet the needs of CALD target population, by undertaking the following core activities:

• Increase awareness, knowledge and understanding of CHSP among CALD target population groups and other relevant stakeholders
• Identify the current and future needs of CALD target groups including developing appropriate strategies
• Support local CHSP and aged care services to develop culturally and linguistically competent practices
• Strengthen the capacity of the CHSP service system by developing policies and activities to respond to the specific needs of the CALD target population.
• Develop sustainable partnerships between CALD communities and CHSP services.

This position requires a strong background in communication skills and community development skills including developing and delivering information session and training, development of resources, consultation and research.

All applicants must obtain a job information package and submit a written application addressing each of the following selection criteria.

Essential:

1. Tertiary qualifications in Social Science, Community Services or relevant discipline.
2. Min. of two-year experience in community development, developing and delivering training, developing resources, group facilitation, demographic research and report writing.
3. An understanding of and commitment to working with people from a CALD background.
4. Sound knowledge of community services and the ability to navigate the CHSP services system.
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
6. Highly developed communication skills.
7. Good time management and administrative skills.
8. Demonstrated computer literacy.
9. A current National Police/Criminal Check.

Desirable:

1. Experience working with the CALD communities, particularly with the CHSP target group.
2. Cert IV Training & Assessment.
3. A current driver’s license and a reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance for work.

Conditions:

• Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Service Industry (SCHCADS) Award, NSW and salary packaging.

For an information package please email employment@advancediversity.org.au

You must quote the job reference in the subject line of your email.

Applicants who fail to address and/ or submit all components of the application will not be considered for the position.

For further information please contact Antoinette Chow on (02) 9597 5455.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 10 May 2019.

This program is a partnership between Advance Diversity Services (ADS) and Beverly Hills Girls High School.  The position will provide homework help for newly arrived migrant and refugee students aged 12 – 18 attending Beverly Hills Girls High School, many of whom have a low level of English.

We are looking for volunteers with teaching experience, or are studying a course related to education, to assist students one-on-one, or one-on-two, with high school subjects.

Students will be bringing to the sessions their own work that they need assistance with, and volunteers will be expected to assist them to the best of their abilities.

Volunteers will also be expected to make basic but accurate records of the work completed after each session.

Location: Beverly Hills Girls High School, Broadarrow Rd, Beverly Hills NSW 2209

Time Commitment: 

• Ongoing – minimum four months
• 2 – 4 hours a fortnight – from 3:00pm
• Plus occasional additional trainings, meetings and performance appraisal, when required

Activities & Tasks: 

• One-on-one, or one-on-two, educational support with students
• Learning materials and resources will be provided by Beverly Hills Girls High School

Skills & Requirements for this role:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written English skills
• Sensitive to the needs of people from culturally and linguistically diverse and refugee backgrounds
• Sensitivity, patience, and willingness to learn
• Friendly manner and ability to build a rapport with students, staff and other volunteers
• Working with Children Check
• Report any concerns about students’ well-being to your relevant supervisor
• Not attend the program under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs
• Dress appropriately
• Where possible, notify ADS Youth Worker in advance of absence
• Adhere to and follow all of ADS and Beverly Hills Girls HS policies and procedures
• Only duties arranged by ADS Multicultural Youth Worker
• To keep private information, gained as part of the position confidential

For more info please contact Salvin Kumar on (02) 9597 5455

Position reference no: 2018JA018

We currently have a number of positions available for Community Care Workers to provide direct in-home services to our clients aged 65 years and over.

This role will require you to work in our client’s homes providing domestic assistance, personal care, respite, social support including transporting client and meal preparation.  All services are in line with each individuals care plan. Our ideal candidate will have a positive, cheerful personality, have excellent communication skills and be able to support the client to assist them in living as independently as possible.

To be considered for this role you will need to possess the following criteria:

Essential:

• Certificate III or above in Community, Aged Care, Disability, Home-Care or equivalent
• Previous experience working with frail aged people and /or people with disabilities
• Genuine interest in working with older people and /or people with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with people from diverse cultural background
• Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Australian Drivers Licence (Provisional Licence accepted) and access to a fully comprehensive insured vehicle
• Smart Phone and internet access

Desirable:

• Bilingual and Bicultural
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Experience working with people with dementia, people living with a mental illness

Conditions:

Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award (SCHCADS), Level 2, pay point dependent on qualifications and experience.

All applicants must obtain a job information package and submit a written application addressing each of the above selection criteria or they will not be considered.

For an information package please email: employment@advancediversity.org.au

You must quote the Job Reference number on the subject line of your email.

For more information: Dimi Vourliotis (02) 9597 5455

Please email applications to:  hr@advancediversity.org.au, quote the Job Reference on the subject line of your email.