Community Services careers
Make a difference in your community by supporting those around you who need it the most. Find a fulfilling career working with people of all ages from all walks of life.
Domestic Violence Support Worker
Use your empathetic nature to help people in dangerous situations.There are many facets and levels to this role, which will see you helping people through every step of rebuilding their lives. Domestic Violence Support Workers provide counselling and support navigating services, assisting in the healing process. You can find work in government departments, shelters, clinics and organisations that provide social and counselling services.
What does a Domestic Violence Support Worker do?
- Assess and undertake risk assessments where domestic and family violence have been identified
- Collaborate with others to ensure support needs are met
- Evaluate client needs and make decisions regarding the case management and referral pathways
- Develop and maintain pathways to support services
Community Development Officer
Use a collaborative approach to enrich the wellbeing of specific populations.Your job as a Community Development Officer will have you handling issues in areas including urban planning and housing needs, and working on projects designed to invigorate community health and wellbeing. Your employment options include local government, social services and non-profit district development organisations.
What does a Community Development Officer do?
- Collaborate with communities to develop initiatives designed to enhance life
- Keep projects on track by ensuring relevant processes and protocols are in place
- Secure funding necessary for specific organisations and projects
- Co-ordinate the delivery of services which provide improvements within the community
Youth Worker
Assist young people in making positive changes to get their lives on track.Youth Workers provide practical advice and support to young people who need a helping hand to realise their potential. Working one-on-one or developing programs for groups, you will spend every day working to make life better for vulnerable people.
What does a Youth Worker do?
- Organise food, shelter and clothing for young people in need
- Help people navigate life with effective counselling
- Collaborate with teachers, social workers, authorities and parents to set and reach goals
- Ensure proper care is provided by referring clients to suitable specialists
Case Manager
Help members of your community to access government and community services.As a Case Manager working in community services, you will act as a point of contact between clients and community or government services. You will conduct individual or family case interviews to identify client needs, and make recommendations on the most appropriate services and how to access them.
What does a Case Manager do?
- Determine what services clients need and whether they are eligible to receive them
- Develop action plans in collaboration with clients
- Check that services have been implemented and that they are meeting the clients’ needs
- Review, evaluate and adjust each case plan
NDIS Support Coordinator
Help people on the NDIS understand and access their support options.As a Support Coordinator, you will help participants to understand their NDIS plan, and help them find providers, services and supports they need. You’ll be able to support people to set up, maintain and evaluate the supports that will help them reach their goals.
What does an NDIS Support Coordinator do?
- Help participants understand their NDIS plan and use it to support their goals
- Connect participants with NDIS support providers and other sources of support
- Build participants' skills and confidence in navigating the NDIS support system
- Advocate for participants within the program
Mental Health Support Worker
Combine emotional and practical support to help improve mental health in the community.A career as a Mental Health Support Worker will see you provide emotional support to people in need. You will also be able to manage referrals to social services programs that can best serve your patients’ individualized situation.
What does a Mental Health Support Worker do?
- Provide outreach assistance and refer clients to other health services
- Develop and review recovery plans and perform risk assessments
- Provide emotional support through basic counseling services
- Educate wider community groups about mental health issues
Community Worker
Working with individuals, families and communities to address barriers.As a Community Worker, you will work with members of the community who are facing barriers to accessing basic human needs such as housing, health services, employment and education. You will empower and support clients to achieve their goals by helping them get the services and support they need.
What does a Community Worker do?
- Facilitate community development initiatives
- Support community groups to identify their needs and develop appropriate services and facilities
- Act as a source of information and advice about the services and programs available
- Plan, develop and deliver a range of programs and services
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