APS4 Participant Support Officer

Job description

APS4 Participant Support Officer
We are seeking APS4 Participant Support Officers to join our client in a busy, participant-focused environment. This role is ideal for someone with strong administration, communication and stakeholder engagement skills who enjoys making a positive difference.

The Role

As an APS4 Participant Support Officer, you will work within a collaborative team to manage participant-related enquiries, administrative tasks and allocated workflows. This role is initally a 6 month temp contract with a view to extension. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing allocated workloads and competing priorities.
• Conducting desktop reviews and accurately entering information into relevant systems.
• Making outbound calls to participants, providers and other stakeholders.
• Responding to enquiries and providing clear and professional advice.
• Managing and resolving moderately complex participant matters.
• Reviewing information and applying relevant legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Escalating complex matters to senior team members when required.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Supporting research, analysis, reporting and process improvement activities.
• Working collaboratively and contributing to a positive team environment.

About YouTo be successful, you will bring:

• Strong communication and active listening skills, with an empathetic and participant-focused approach.
• Excellent organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Sound problem-solving skills and good judgement.
• The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• High attention to detail and confidence working across computer-based systems.
• A good understanding of privacy, confidentiality and handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.

Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity to undertake meaningful work within a supportive team while building valuable experience in an APS4 environment.
If you are an organised, adaptable and participant-focused professional with strong communication and administration skills, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to be considered.

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