Women’s Community Development Groupworker (Afghan Community)

This position will be working within STARTTS Community Development Team to enhance infrastructure and  capacity of communities from Afghanistan with the aim of creating a supportive environment for torture and  trauma survivors within those communities with particular focus on Afghan women and their families. The  position will also provide appropriate group work interventions using a culturally congruent approach.

Details

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Essential Criteria

1. Relevant qualifications (Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences or other relevant) or extensive  experience working with communities from Afghanistan.  
2. Fluent in English and a relevant language spoken by communities from Afghanistan. 
3. Thorough knowledge of the culture, history, and current issues of refugee communities from  Afghanistan now residing in NSW. 
4. Understanding of refugee issues, and the effects of torture on individuals, families and communities  with particular focus on women and families.  
5. Understanding and demonstrated experience of community liaison, community education,  community development and/or community work. 
6. Groupwork skills and/or experience. 
7. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within a multicultural  environment. 
8. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and proficiency in the use of Microsoft  Office. 
9. Being female is considered a genuine occupational qualification for this position. The position is  exempt under the section 31 (2) (h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act.

*This position is considered child-related employment and will require a Working with Children Background  Check and a National Police Check.

COVID -19 REQUIREMENTS 

*In line with the Public Health Order, all STARTTS workers are considered Health Workers and are required to be  vaccinated against COVID-19. In order to be eligible for consideration for employment with STARTTS, all recruits must  provide evidence of vaccination against COVID-19, or alternatively provide a Medical Contraindication in the  approved form which complies with the requirements of the Public Health Order, prior to appointment. Should you  not be able to comply before your commencement date, the offer of employment may be withdrawn.

Desirable Criteria

1. Training/adult education skills and/or experience. 
2. Current NSW Driver’s Licence.

Other Information

Position No: 1151-4

Enquiries: Atur Gewargis on 02 9646 6666 

Work Type: Full-time; 38 hours per week. Contract up to 30 June 2023 (Continuation subject to ongoing funding) 

Location: Auburn NSW 

Salary: Health Education Officer, or other relevant classification based on qualifications, experience  and requirements of the role under the NSW Health Awards. A generous salary packaging  scheme is also offered to reduce the taxable income and increase the take home pay.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as  possible.

1. Fill out the STARTTS Application for Employment Form
2. Write a Statement Against the Selection Criteria outlining how you meet the selection criteria (see the guide “How to apply for a job at STARTTS“)
3. Submit an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae 
4. Provide copies of relevant Qualifications if applicable (overseas qualification must be assessed by an  appropriate Australian body to be considered)
5. Statements of Service from previous relevant roles (if applicable, please ask us for a sample)
6. A cover letter is optional.
7. Email your applications to: STTS-Jobs@health.nsw.gov.au

Closing date: Tuesday 11 October 2022 

NB: Depending on the role, if appointed, you may need a current ‘NSW Working With Children Check’ clearance, follow this  link for information on how to apply of your check: https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/working-children-check

NSW STARTTS

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."