Exercise Physiologist – Illawarra

We are seeking a dedicated & motivated Exercise Physiologist to join our team!

Opportunity to make a difference to our clients – help our clients continue doing the activities in their lives that bring them joy and remain independent at home.

What’s on Offer

• Full-time 38 hours a week
• Community service position
• Maximise your take home pay with Tax Free Salary Packaging 
• Flexible work arrangements to best match your work/life balance
• Part of a multidisciplinary team
• Open to consider new graduates
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Be part of an award-winning team (2021 Excellence in Workplace Culture, Illawarra Business Award)
• Contract to June 2025
• Health Professional Level 3

You will be responsible for providing individual and small-group exercise and wellbeing programs, this pivotal role will work with our multidisciplinary team of community aged care professionals to support older people to:

• plan and achieve their goals
• decrease the risk of falls
• increase strength and mobility
• improve their understanding of health and wellbeing
• manage chronic health conditions

As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• current accreditation as an Exercise Physiologist with ESSA
• a passion for working with people over 65 from diverse backgrounds
• experience working with client management systems
• experience in working with minimal supervision with agreed objectives

Benefits of the MCCI AEP role:

• Diversity within your day. Services offered in home individual sessions, in home or at MCCI’s own gym small group classes, plus larger community groups at MCCI’s own gym or various community locations.
• Excellent career satisfaction working with multicultural staff and clientele.
• Utilises CHSP and HCP funding to prescribe exercise programs for the population aged 65 and over as eligible with MAC.
• Rewarding client progression often from sedentary to regaining independence and daily function.
• Assisting clients that would often be unable to access services.
• Significantly reduced reporting requirements to several AEP roles.
• Ability to build client rapport with not having predetermined session frequency restrictions.

About MCCI:

MCCI is an award winning not-for-profit community organisation providing a range of programs and services to people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds and promoting the values of multiculturalism in the community.

Next Steps:

For more information about the role, please download the position description below.

All applications must include a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Please email applications to recruitment@mcci.org.au.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.

Business Support Officer – Shoalhaven

We are looking for a Business Support Officer to join our team in the Shoalhaven to assist with rostering and general office administration duties.

If you thrive in a varied and diverse role that makes a positive impact in the lives of seniors from multicultural backgrounds, then this role is for you.

What’s on Offer?

• Part-time role – 21 hours a week
• Contract to June 2025
• Maximize your take home pay with Tax Free Salary Packaging 
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• SCHADS Level 2

Responsibilities:

• Assist with effective scheduling for clients
• Follow up with staff and subcontractors for service feedback
• Assist with general office administration tasks
• Respond to incoming enquiries
• Assist in the collection of consumer feedback

About MCCI:

MCCI is an award-winning not-for-profit community organisation providing a range of programs and services to people from cultural and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and promoting the values of multiculturalism in the community. 

About You:

As the first point of contact for clients, you will possess:

• previous experience working in a CALD work force
• minimum one year’s experience in a similar business support, administration or client-facing / customer service role
• experience in using a range of IT including Microsoft Office Suite
• demonstrated ability to be highly organised
• excellent oral and written communication skills
• experience in working with business suppliers

Please download the position description below. Applications should include your resume, and a short covering letter and be submitted via SEEK or by email to recruitment@mcci.org.au. Applications will be assessed as they are received.

Team Leader – Refugee Services – Illawarra

We are seeking a dedicated & motivated Team Leader to join our growing team!

 The Role

Team Leader – Refugee Services will be responsible for leading a team of staff and volunteers who deliver a varied, high quality program of services for communities from refugee and culturally & linguistically diverse (CALD) background.

The position is responsible for ensuring that the systems that support the delivery of programs are well designed and performed as expected; they monitor and ensure the organisations’ policies and procedures are implemented; support the staff and volunteers working in the programs; drive continuous improvements and advise, support and inform the General Manager.

What’s on Offer

• 35 hours a week
• Flexible work arrangements to best match your work/life balance
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Be part of an award-winning team (2021 Excellence in Workplace Culture, Illawarra Business Awards)
• SCHADS Grade 5
• 2 year contract with possibility of extension, subject to funding

 The position is primarily responsible for

• Providing day to day leadership and supervision to the team
• Supervise, support, guide and mentor direct reports to ensure they are delivering high quality services in a manner that is safe and responsive to the community
• Ensure effective community engagement means are implemented to understand and respond to contemporary issues and support needs of the target population
• Monitor the planned program of community development activities, services, projects and events that support the target population.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with service partners and stakeholders
• Represent MCCI at meetings, networks and forums as agreed with the General Manager
• Participate in MCCI and community events, which may occasionally involve working after hours and on weekends.

About MCCI

MCCI is an award winning not-for-profit community organisation providing a range of programs and services to people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds and promoting the values of multiculturalism in the community. 

Next Steps

If you want to be part of a great team and support people from multicultural backgrounds, then we want to hear from you!
For more information about the role, please visit our website www.mcci.org.au to download the position description. 

All applications must include a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Please apply via SEEK or email applications to recruitment@mcci.org.au

Allied Health Assistant – ACT

We are seeking a dedicated & motivated Allied Health Assistant to join our growing team!

This position supports allied health professionals to deliver multidisciplinary allied health services to seniors from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.

This is an opportunity to make a difference to our clients – help our clients to continue doing the activities in their lives that bring them joy and enable them to remain independent at home.

What’s on Offer

• Part-time role available – 4 days a week – 28 hours
• Flexible work arrangements to best match your work/life balance
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Be part of an award-winning team (2021 Excellence in Workplace Culture, Illawarra Business Awards)

Skills & Requirements

• Passionate about making a difference in the lives of multicultural seniors
• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

NEW GRADUATES ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

Next Steps
If you want to be part of a great team and support seniors from multicultural backgrounds, then we want to hear from you!
For more information about the role, please download the position description.

All applications must include a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Please apply via SEEK or email applications to recruitment@mcci.org.au

Applications will be assessed as they are received.

Home Care Support Worker – Shoalhaven

Are you passionate about supporting seniors?

Would you like to work for an organisation that promotes cultural awareness and values diversity?

Join MCCI winner of Excellence in Workplace Culture, Business Illawarra Awards 2021!

About MCCI:

MCCI is a not-for-profit community organisation providing in home care support to culturally diverse clients aged 65 and over in the Illawarra-Shoalhaven.

We offer:

• Immediate start
• Ongoing support and training
• The opportunity to meet amazing people from all over the world
• Flexible working hours
• Variety of services & shift times
• Phone allowance

About the role:

We are seeking a support worker who is compassionate and caring in nature and committed to delivering quality care and services to people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Our aim is to match carers with clients to ensure we provide a high-quality service, connecting those who can offer support with those that need support.

Duties may include the following:

• Domestic assistance (light house duties – vacuuming, dusting, mopping).
• Personal care (bathing, dressing, undressing).
• Social support (shopping, social outings, meal preparation).
• Transport (medical appointments and outings).

About you:

You will have a passion for working with the elderly and experience and understanding of working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Fluency in a second language is highly regarded but not essential.

Must haves:

• Experience in providing in-home care.
• Certificate III in Individual Support, Community Services or similar.
• Flexibility and availability for work.
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Own comprehensively insured motor vehicle.
• Access and ability to use a smartphone.

Please download the position description below and apply via SEEK.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Applications will be assessed as they are received. 

Domestic Assistance Workers

• Casual, flexible working hours, immediate start
• Rewarding role
• Supportive working environment
• Fluency in a second language highly regarded

About the Role

The role provides a range of domestic assistance and cleaning services to older people in their home. This includes supporting clients with basic day to day household tasks including washing dishes, making beds and household cleaning such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping and laundry.

About You

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Certificate III in Cleaning Operations (desirable)
• Demonstrated understanding of best practices in cleaning techniques and protocols.
• passionate individual who is outcomes focused, thrives on delivering quality service, prides themselves on a job well done and enjoys supporting older people.

About MCCI

The Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (MCCI) is a peak not-for-profit community organisation offering a broad range of services, including home care services. Our mission is to deliver services that meet community needs, promote harmony, social inclusion and build community capacity. We are looking for someone who shares this ambition.

MCCI is a progressive and exciting organisation that offers you a fulfilling career within a supported and dynamic working environment. If you have a passion for people and delivering exceptional care and support then we would love to hear from you!

For more information about the role, please download the position description below.

Applications should include your resume, and a short covering letter and be submitted via SEEK or by email to recruitment@mcci.org.au.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.

Home Care Support Workers – bilingual – Illawarra, ACT and Queanbeyan

• Casual, flexible working hours, immediate start
• Rewarding role
• Supportive working environment
• Fluency in a second language highly regarded

The Opportunity

To join the growing team at MCCI in providing excellent consumer directed home care support services that enable our clients to live as independently as possible. Services may include showering, dressing, meal preparation, household cleaning, grocery shopping, supported social interaction and transport to appointments.

About You

As the first point of contact for clients, you will possess:

• Preferred experience in providing quality care in the community and assisting people to live as independently as possible.
• Experience and understanding of working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
• Understanding of the aged care legislation, codes of practice, WH&S and industry standards in the provision of home care services.
• Certificate III in Aged Care, Disability, Individual Support, Community Services or Community Welfare or willingness to obtain.
• Flexibility and availability for work.
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Own comprehensively insured motor vehicle.
• Fluency in a second language (other than English) is highly regarded.
• Working with Vulnerable People Card (for ACT candidates).

About MCCI

The Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (MCCI) is a peak not-for-profit community organisation offering a broad range of services, including home care services. Our mission is to deliver services that meet community needs, promote harmony, social inclusion and build community capacity. We are looking for someone who shares this ambition.

MCCI is a progressive and exciting organisation that offers you a fulfilling career within a supported and dynamic working environment. If you have a passion for people and delivering exceptional care and support then we would love to hear from you!

For more information about the role, please download the position description below.

Applications should include your resume, and a short covering letter and be submitted via SEEK or by email to recruitment@mcci.org.au. Applications will be assessed as they are received.

Enquiries to Corporate Services – phone: 4229 7566.