Mallee Track Health & Community Service – Ouyen VICThe Rural Outreach Worker provides person-centred, non-clinical support to people experiencing vulnerability, disadvantage, social isolation or difficulty accessing services.
The role responds to a person's need for support and assists them to navigate and access appropriate services and supports in a timely manner.The Rural Outreach Worker does not provide counselling, therapeutic or clinical interventions.
The role is not intended to provide ongoing case management or individual support; rather it provides short-term assistance, service navigation and supported referrals to connect people with relevant ongoing services and supports where required.
The Rural Outreach Worker also provides information, practical support and service navigation to carers through MTHCS' Carer Support Program; this includes individual assistance and facilitation of Carer Support Groups.Key responsibilitiesWork in accordance with the MTHCS Social Model of CareProvide a person-centred, non-clinical approach to support people's needsFacilitate access to information and referral into services that support wellbeingDeliver programs within the community to support vulnerable people and carersCollaborate with the team and with other servicesWork within the Delegations of Authority and scope of practice consistent with the roleKeep accurate records and all data requiredMaintain privacy and confidentialityUnderstand and comply with all relevant legislative requirements applicable to the roleSupport systems that provide protected,



high quality care that increases patient experience and patient centred careKey Selection CriteriaDiploma of Community Service or similar qualification (or willingness to work towards)Willingness to undergo education and skill development applicable to the roleMental Health First Aid qualifications (or willingness to obtain)Ability to develop rapport with a diverse range of individuals and organisationsDemonstrate awareness and understanding of diversity and cultureA proven ability to develop relationships with service providersAbility to work independently and as part of a teamCurrent Police CheckCurrent Working with Children's CheckPrevious experience in a similar role.About usMallee Track Health and Community Service is a multipurpose service (MPS) for all Mallee Track Communities encompassing a total area of 18,000 square kilometres.
The health services include General Practice Clinics and Urgent Care at Ouyen and Sea Lake, Acute and Sub-Acute inpatient and outpatient services at Ouyen and Sea Lake, Community Aged Care and Residential Aged Care at Ouyen and Sea Lake.
The community services include Allied Health, Delivered Meals, Community Transport, Social Support and Leisure and Lifestyle activities for Ouyen and Sea Lake as well as Early Years education and care for Ouyen, Sea Lake, Underbool, Murrayville and Manangatang.
Community development activities include Rural Outreach and Neighbourhood Houses.Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.
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📌 Rural Outreach Worker (Ouyen)
🏢 Mallee Track Healthmmunity Service
📍 Ouyen