Notice of Community Industry Group Annual General Meeting and 30-Year Celebration

All members are advised that an annual general meeting of the members of the Community Industry Group will take place on Thursday 23 November 2023, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm at Inside Industry, Springhill Road, Coniston NSW.

Click here to register your attendance as there will be cake!

CHSP Base Fund Grant for the Fair Work Commission Wages Increase

The Department of Health and Aged Care has opened applications for the CHSP Base Funding Grant Opportunity to fund CHSP providers to meet their legislative requirement to pay the new minimum award rates decided by Fair Work in the Aged Care Work Value Case.

Eligible CHSP providers can apply for the grant opportunity via GrantConnect from 17 October 2023 up until 2 pm (AEST) on 30 November 2023 and CI Group encourages all eligible members to apply.

This grant opportunity is a one-off payment to cover the shortfall in a CHSP provider’s existing 2023-24 grant agreement. A fact sheet on the new grant is available here.

Funding will cover the cost of increasing wages up to 15% to the new minimum award requirements and related on-costs in the 2023-24 financial year (FY). The grant has opened in response to the Fair Work Commission (FWC) decision to increase the minimum award wage by 15% for aged care workers from 30 June 2023. The Government committed $105.1 million in the 2023-24 Budget to support Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) providers to pass on increases to award wages and associated on-costs for eligible aged care workers.

Suicide Alertness safeTALK Training - Nowra

There are still spots left in our FREE safeTALK Training at Nowra, so register now!

This is a great opportunity for new service providers, volunteers, or a refresher.

Community Industry Group in conjunction with LivingWorks Australia will be holding a free 4-hour training session at Nowra. On 9 November from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.

SafeTALK is a half-day training session to help participants recognise a person with thoughts of suicide and connect them with resources that can help them in choosing to live. Participants don’t need any formal preparation to attend the training.

Continuing Professional Development: SafeTALK provides continuing professional development points for:

• Australian Psychological Society (APS)- 4 hours, accredited, details uploaded by member.

• Australian Counselling Association (ACA)- 4 points, accredited, details uploaded by member.

• NSW Education Accreditation Authority (NESA)- 4 hours, accredited, details uploaded by LivingWorks to eTAMS once the training is completed for teachers/early childhood educators.

• Australian Association of Social Work (AASW)- 4 hours, self-identified hours, details uploaded by member.

• Royal Australian College GP's (RACGP)- 4 hours, self-identified hours, details uploaded by the member.

• Australian College of Nursing (ACN)- 4 hours, self-identified hours, details uploaded by member.

Nowra - Register Here

Become an Incredible Board Chair

No board can function without a competent board chair!

If you are about to become a board chair, or new to the role, or even someone who has been a board chair for a long time but would like a refresher, then this training is for you.

Register through Eventbrite: Become an Incredible Board Chair Training

Good Governance

CIG is running a Good Governance Training Session in November. This training provides a great foundation for understanding a board's role and responsibilities

At the end of the training you will:

• Understand your legal and financial responsibilities

• Learn about your role on the board in your organisation

• Explore areas of conflict

• Develop skills in creating a more effective and efficient board

Register here: Good Governance

CHSP Workshop

The Power of Pause: Innovative Thinking for Transformational Strategy

Tuesday, November 14, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Click here to book

OR

Wednesday, November 15, 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Click here to book

Open to aged care providers who deliver CHSP services, best suiting executives, senior leaders, and their board members

Cost: Free for CHSP Service Providers. Presented by Dane Jacka, founder and managing director of Pause

Workshop description

“If you do what you’ve always done…” Avoid the mistake of rushing into a planning process, developing a hasty roadmap, and then engaging in business-as-usual actions that do not lead to meaningful change.

This 3-hour session teaches modern strategic and innovative thinking skills that will revolutionise any planning process and ensure that your strategic or tactical plan is well-informed.

The workshop combines both theory and practical exercises to transform thinking about your organisation.

The session includes: reflecting on organisational metaphor, story, and narrative reconceiving products and services as customer solutions developing a detailed map of your organisational resources and capabilities identifying which resources can be better utilised identifying external forces, and developing a plan to respond.

The sessions will suit executives, senior leaders, and their board members who are considering how best to respond to impending reform and challenging operating conditions. We encourage two or more people to attend from each organisation to receive the greatest benefit from the workshop.

This workshop is brought to you in collaboration with CHSP Sector Support & Development: The Multicultural Network, Community Industry Group & Macarthur Disability Services.

Board Training for CHSP Provider Board Members and Senior Executives

The Sector Support and Development Teams from MDS, Orange City Council, Ethnic Communities Council of NSW, and Community Industry Group are excited to offer Board Training for CHSP provider board members and senior executives.

This 2-hour webinar (incl. Q & A), is designed to provide Board Members, Management Committees, and Members of Governing Bodies with a summary of everything they need to know about the Aged Care Reform, empowering them with the latest information and knowledge.

It will provide a concise picture of the Royal Commission, and the Aged Care Reform and unpack the following:

• Details of the Future State-Aged Care Programs

• Details of Funding Mechanisms

• Priorities and Timeframes

• Key Risks and Opportunities for Providers

• Stakeholders and Agencies involved in the Reform

• Government Supports and Initiatives

• Key Governance and Operational Considerations

Date and Time: Tuesday, October 31, 4 pm - 6 pm

Location: Online

Registration: Click Here To Register

This workshop is funded by The Department of Health and Aged Care. Registration for this event is free for CHSP Service Providers

Member Update Guidelines: If you are a member and want to add something to our Newsletter email [email protected]. Please keep all submissions between 50 and 100 words with a link to further info (images are also welcome).

Female Founders Workshop - An Introduction to Entrepreneurship

“iAccelerate is committed to removing barriers for women in entrepreneurship and championing female foundership.

Have you ever had a business idea or problem you would like to solve, but are unsure where to start? We would love to have you back and help you investigate your idea in a safe and supportive space. Get the confidence to take the next step. We invite you to ignite your idea at our Female Founders Workshop – An Introduction to Entrepreneurship.

What to expect:

• Inspiring stories: Hear from successful women who turned their ideas into thriving businesses. Including special guest, Maryam Zahid - Founder and CEO of Afghan Women on the Move (AWOTM).

• Guiding insights: Test your idea, and learn the fundamentals of starting your own business.

• Networking opportunities: Connect with like-minded women who share your passion for entrepreneurship.

Where: iAccelerate, Innovation Campus

When: Wednesday, 15 November 2023

Time: Registration opens at 9 am, with morning tea on arrival. Firm Start from 9.30 am - 1.30 pm

Why: Our goal in this workshop is for you to discover an idea that has potential. We are offering Female Founder Scholarships to join our 3-month Activate entrepreneurial program to further ignite your idea.

Reserve your place today, and become an iAccelerate female founder:  Click here

Staying Connected when Emotions Run High Training

Registrations are now open for the Staying Connected When Emotions Run High Training for Professionals at Port Kembla Golf Club, Tuesday 14 November 2023.

$95.00 (includes a workbook, certificate, morning tea, and lunch)

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Women’s Yoga Group

NSW Service for the Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture and Trauma Survivors is running a Women’s Yoga Group. The group will have an Arabic interpreter present, and it is suitable for women speaking Arabic and/or English. 8 Weeks starting 27th October, Fridays at 10 am

We are currently taking referrals and there are a few places left.

Contact Bec on 0431 389 334 to book in

More information here

Sanctuary Point Thrive Together Pop-Up

Join us at the Ulladulla Thrive Together Pop Up

Thursday 2nd November - 12.30 pm to 4.30 pm.

Free care pack hampers and clothing giveaways. Free kids’ activities. Free sausage sizzle provided by Jervis Bay Lions Club.

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Go4Fun

Just two hours a week, during school terms

Go4Fun takes place during school terms, usually after school. It’s run by qualified health professionals, including dietitians and exercise physiologists.

Sessions run once a week for two hours, over a ten-week period. In the first hour, children and adults learn about healthy eating for the whole family. In the second hour, children enjoy game-based activities, while the adults discuss how to work on better health at home.

As Go4Fun is a family-focused program, a parent or carer must come to every session, but don’t worry if you can’t make it. You can ask grandparents, aunts, uncles, or adult siblings to stand in.

Dapto

Nowra

We are pleased to offer a *fee-free - Recognition pathway for existing workers in the Business or Business Administration sector.

• BSB30120 Certificate III in Business or Business (Administration) Commencing 5 December

• BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business or Business (Administration) Commencing 4 December

• BSB50120 Diploma of Business Commencing 5 December

  CIII Business/Administration

  CIV Business/Administration

  Diploma Business/Administration

Free Pre-Employment Course

Southern Cross Housing in conjunction with the Shoalhaven/Kiama Community College is running a free pre-employment course in Nowra (which SCH is calling Literally Legends). The course starts on the 24^th of October and will be held on Tuesdays from 9.30 am – 10.30 am. The course will run for 7 weeks.

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Free Tech Savvy Senior Course

Commencing Thursday next week we're pleased to have Mary back to facilitate additional sessions of Tech Savvy Seniors.

Please call or email to register your interest, as per the attached flyer.

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Psychological Declutter Coaches, Recovery Coaches and Volunteers Needed

Inside Out Recovery

• Psychological and Recovery Coach Positions

• Volunteer Position

Care Positions

• Home Instead CareGivers

• Catholic Care Various Positions

SAHSSI - Current Recruitment

A Taste of Paradise - Mentor Position

Family Services Australia - Health and Wellbeing Practitioner

Nowra Youth Centre - Employment Opportunities

New Board Members - Warilla Neighbourhood Centre

Warilla Neighbourhood Centre is a not-for-profit community-based organisation that has been operating for over 40 years. The Centre has a wide variety of groups and activities running which support the needs of the local community helping to build a sense of connection and belonging.

The Centre is currently seeking new Board Members with a genuine interest in the community and connecting people through social, educational, and recreational activities and events. The Volunteer Board is responsible for the governance of Warilla Neighbourhood Centre, ensuring that our organisation meets all legal and financial requirements and remains accountable to funders, stakeholders, and the Community.

We are particularly interested in applicants with a background and skills in financial management, business, human resources, or community-type experience and qualifications. The Board meets monthly with some activities throughout the month.

If you are interested in this position contact the Co-ordinator on 04910 45202 or email [email protected].

Small Grant Funding Opportunity

Applications will be open from 16 October 2023 – 27 November 2023 and successful applicants will receive their funding in January 2024.

The Shoalhaven Anti-Poverty Committee (SAPC) is excited to announce the launch of the Connecting Communities Fund which has been established to provide up to 2 small financial subsidies of up to $1,000.00 (GST exclusive) each to eligible organisations and groups such as incorporated associations, community groups who are auspiced by a not-for-profit organisation, Local Aboriginal Land Councils or School P & C Associations.

The fund is for project activities that will provide opportunities for individuals, families, and communities to participate in new community projects to support them to be connected and to belong.

A drop-in information session on ‘How to apply’ will be held on Tuesday 17 October from 1 pm - 1.45 pm at East Nowra Neighbourhood Centre- 2/80 Park Rd, East Nowra.

The launch of the fund coincides with this year’s Anti-Poverty Week from 15 - 21 October 2023, which is a week to support the community to have an increased understanding of poverty and to work towards ending poverty. For further information about Anti-Poverty Week visit www.antipovertyweek.org.au.

See the guidelines here: Connecting Communities Fund Guidelines

If you have any questions or want to discuss your idea further you can contact the key contact person, Emma Woodon 4422 9529

New Grant Opportunity Coming Soon! 2023-24 Volunteer Grants

Volunteer Grants support the work of local community organisations by enabling the inclusion of vulnerable people and promoting awareness to increase participation in volunteering.

The 2023-24 Volunteer Grants Opportunity is expected to open for applications in the second half of 2023.

Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 will be available to assist eligible not-for-profit community organisations in supporting the efforts of their volunteers.

The Grant Opportunity Guidelines are on GrantConnect with other supporting documentation to be published when the opportunity is open for application.

To receive the latest information for this upcoming grant opportunity, please subscribe to the Community Grants Hub or GrantConnect.

Find out more here: grant opportunity