Peer Support Coordinator - full time

Overview

Limbs 4 Life seeks to appoint a Program Coordinator to support the expansion of our Peer Support Program nationally. This 24-month contract requires the candidate to demonstrate exceptional organisational, communication and planning skills.

Experience supporting the delivery of programs and services to build capacity in the disability, health and/or community related sectors will be favourable. Lived experience of disability, preferably limb loss (amputation), and/or interest in working within disability field is vital for this role. You will work as part of a dynamic and dedicated team.

Key Accountabilities

The Program Coordinator will be responsible for, but is not limited to, the following Key Accountabilities:

1. Peer Support Program Coordination

Work with the Program Manager to coordinate overall program activities
Coordinate and provide support to Peer Support Volunteers and Peer Support Group networks
Coordinate program activities, liaise with and book accessible venues
Arrange and book presentations for health and community service-based staff as required
Provide support to the Program Manager as required
Provide support to Peer Support Program recipients
Collate data for research purposes

2. Volunteer support

Liaise with volunteers and coordinate volunteer Peer Support Training as required
Oversee volunteer applications with the Program Manager
Respond to general volunteer enquires
Coordinate volunteer visits with hospitals/medical facilities and within the general community
Assist with resource distribution
Conduct evaluation with current Peer Support Volunteers (and program clients as appropriate)
Contribute to sustainability and capacity building planning for the Peer Support Program
Engage existing Peer Support Volunteers to assist with the planning, development and coordination of the service model via a steering committee developed for the duration of the program

3. Peer Support Program - Promotion

Support the promotion of Peer Support Program (media, social media and internet) with the Limbs 4 Life team
Collate and distribute program marketing material nationally as required
Assist with engagement of community organisations in regional and rural areas as required
Work effectively with people living with limb loss (and their families)

4. General

Work effectively with the Limbs 4 Life team and represent the organisation effectively and professionally
Build and develop sound relationships with volunteers and health care / allied health providers (hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, community services) ensuring that the Peer Support Program services are of a high quality and meeting community needs
Undertake business activities in a safe manner to avoid or reduce the risk of injury or illness to self and others
Comply with Limbs 4 Life OH&S policies and procedures
Operate in line with Limbs 4 Life policies and procedures, Code of Conduct and ethics
Actively participate in risk awareness training

Key Selection Criteria - Essential Skills and Experience

Demonstrated skills:

Experience in supporting the delivery of programs in the disability and/or community related sectors;
Experience or interest in working in the disability sector;
Ability to develop positive, collaborative working relationships with a range of stakeholders;
Effective oral and written communication skills;
Ability to plan, schedule and complete a range of tasks to meet agreed timelines;
Program coordination;
General administration; and,
The ability to work autonomously and in teams.

Desirable Skills and Experience

Ability to problem solve and synthesise complex information.
Have worked in disability, health or community service sector.
Flexibility to work outside of normal prescribed working hours and willingness to travel.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please address the Key Selection Criteria and provide a copy of your resume via email to Melissa Noonan CEO:

melissa@limbs4life.org.au