So why cohealth?

cohealth leads the way in reducing health and social inequity in partnership with people and the communities in which they live. Named Premier's Health Service of the Year (Primary) and the Supporting LGBTIQ+ Health Service at the Victorian Public Healthcare Awards, cohealth's 1000 staff demonstrate courage, leadership, innovation, and agility in their commitment to providing inclusive and culturally secure health services that protect the human rights of all people of all gender identities, sexualities, ages, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, faiths, and abilities.

Our inclusive workplace culture enables staff to bring their whole selves to work, where uniqueness is valued, and people experience a feeling of belonging. Our aim is for everyone to thrive in their role.

About the role

The Energy Outreach Worker supports residents relocating under the Big Housing Build redevelopment program by providing energy affordability advice, advocacy and practical assistance. The role helps residents connect energy services, access concessions and support programs, and build confidence in managing their energy needs to promote long-term affordability and independence.

Please refer to the Position Description to know more about the role.

- Work collaboratively with the Housing Relocation Support team to receive referrals, coordinate support and deliver a seamless relocation experience for residents
- Build trusted relationships with residents, providing personalised, one-on-one support and case management that is responsive to cultural, linguistic,



digital literacy and other access barriers
- Support residents to navigate complex energy systems, billing processes and digital platforms, ensuring they can access services confidently and effectively
- Work collaboratively with the Housing Relocation Support team, Energy Assistance Program and external partners to deliver coordinated, person-centred support

What cohealth offers:

- Exciting Parental leave benefits
- cohealth offers primary carers 14 weeks paid parental leave upon completion of only 6 months of continuous service
- Eligible co-workers will continue to receive superannuation on unpaid parental leave as well
- Salary packaging to suit you - tax free amount of up to $15,900 p.a (mortgage, rent, or credit cards) and a further $2,650 p.a (meal, entertainment expenses and holiday accommodation) alongside generous reward programs from our salary packaging providers
- Novated Leasing available
- A significantly discounted fitness membership with unlimited access to over 290 facilities for you and your family
- Counselling services for you and your immediate family through our EAP-Access provider, and mindfulness, resilience, and wellbeing programs
- We offer inclusion, equality,



and opportunity in a workplace where making a difference counts (based on our guiding principles and values)
- Relevant qualification in Community Services, Social Work, Financial Counselling, Community Development, Human Services or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience
- Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with older people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities
- Demonstrated experience supporting people to navigate complex service systems and advocating on their behalf to achieve positive outcomes
- Experience supporting people with varying levels of digital literacy to access online services and information, using a patient, empowering and practical approach

Application Process

We will be conducting interviews for this role as applications are received.

If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Sally Plunkett **************@cohealth.org.au

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC), a Working with Children Check (WWCC), complete a Pre-Employment Declaration Form, evidence of legal rights to work in Australia, and evidence of vaccination.

Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of immunisation assessment including Influenza within 12 weeks of commencement (B). This is in accordance with the Victorian Minister of Health Mandatory Vaccination Orders and legislated requirement for influenza vaccination.

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📌 Energy outreach worker (Melbourne)
🏢 Cohealth
📍 Melbourne