Volunteer Emergency Relief Intake Assessor

Emergency Relief services help people address immediate basic needs in times of crisis. People accessing emergency relief typically have a low or no income. Others need support as a result of an unforeseen or life changing event such as illness, loss of employment, family breakdown or family violence. Emergency Relief provides immediate financial and/or material assistance to people in financial crisis.

In this volunteer position, you will: The Volunteer Emergency Relief (ER) Intake Assessor position provides services to clients experiencing disadvantage who come to CatholicCare seeking Emergency Relief Support. Assistance includes distribution of ER assistance (e.g. food vouchers, food parcels, pharmacy assistance, petrol) plus referral to other services, advocacy and provision of information to support the client to receive extended assistance. Assistance is provided in a manner that respects the privacy of the client.

To apply: Please submit the following documents by 9am Friday 26 February 2021 1) Resume 2) Covering letter outlining your suitability for the role 3) Expression of interest form (Please visit CatholicCare Tasmania's website to view Expression of Interest Form)

Enquiries: For a confidential discussion about the role please call Rebecca Woolley on 0437 955 928

CatholicCare Tasmania is committed to safeguarding the interests of children and young persons.

CatholicCare Tasmania is an equal employment opportunity employer and promotes and supports a family friendly workplace. The successful applicant must be eligible to work in Australia and will need to evidence their registration to Work with Vulnerable People and Police Check as part of the recruitment process.