Here at Family Centered Support Services, we deliver a range of services to Children, Young People and Families ranging from Respite, In-Home Support, and Residential Out-of-Home Care. We believe kids belong with their families whenever it is safe and possible and work closely with the Department of Child Safety and the family to get to the heart of problem behaviors and to find ways to support change for the better.
About the role
The Area Administration Assistant role is a dynamic one where you will be supporting our Stanthorpe region on a daily basis. The Area Administration Assistant is instrumental in supporting all staff in the area by providing administrative and secretarial support and takes day-to-day direction and task allocation from the Area Manager and the Administration Manager.
Tasks and duties will include, but are not limited to:
Welcoming guests to the office
First point of contact for all staff within the region and external contractors
Maintenance of office equipment and supplies
Onboarding of new staff
Recruitment support – Managing onsite interviews, verification of documents, submissions of relevant checks and interview reminder correspondence
Compliance reports which include but are not limited to LCS (Licence Care Service Check), Blue Cards, First Aid/CPR, Drivers Licence and Qualifications
Liaising with various government departments regarding checks and their progress
Scanning and emailing training paperwork and documentation
Organising catering for team meetings and training
Property Management including lease and maintenance requests
Damage Maintenace Reports (DMR's)
Vehicle Management
Opening/closing of residential placements
Purchasing of furniture for houses
Preparing work orders and job IDs for property maintenance
Experience using ELMO, Sharepoint and Microsoft Suite
About you
You will have life experience, patience, empathy, a great sense of humour, and resilience. You'll be the type of person who can easily build rapport with others within your regional team. Your initiative and proactive approach will be highly valued in your day-to-day work. You'll also need to have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and its affiliated apps, Windows 10, and the ability to work autonomously. Experience in human resource processes is desirable.
Benefits
Be part of a learning organisation with a high growth forecast
Full-time role based in Stanthorpe
Access to Not-for-Profit salary packaging to reduce taxable income
Above award remuneration with penalties and allowances
Potential opportunities for career advancement
Ongoing training, career development and support
Access to Employee Assistance Program counselling services
QLeave portable long service leave contributions
Desired Skills and Experience
You will need the following
QLD P2 or Open driver's license
Hold a minimum Certificate III or higher in Business Administration or similar discipline
Demonstrated experience in a similar Administration role
Current QLD Blue Card or willingness to obtain
Ability to complete short courses to be able to work within QLD child protection (this will be supported by us)
Current Licenced Care Service (LCS) check through The Department; or willingness to obtain (this will be supported by us)
How to apply
To apply for this role click apply now and follow the links which will redirect you to our website platform. If your online application is successful, you will be contacted to arrange an initial phone interview.
To apply for the position please click on the ‘Apply’ button and follow the steps.
For further information regarding the role advertised or other employment opportunities please contact our HR Team at hr@familycentered.com.au
IMPORTANT please note –
Applications may be shortlisted as they are received
All applications for advertised roles will be considered only by applying online
Your experience and qualification will determine contracted hours able to be offered if you are successful
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