Help for proposers - what organisations provide assistance for humanitarian entrants?
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Centrelink
Centrelink provides income assistance until your entrant can find work. There are no waiting periods for refugees and permanent humanitarian visa holders. When visiting Centrelink you need to ensure that you take your entrant(s) bank account details, tax file number and proof of identity. Centrelink can also help your new entrant enrol with the Job Network to find employment.
See: Centrelink
Medicare Australia
Medicare Australia provides free or subsidised public health care. Your entrant(s) may be eligible for a Medicare Card and a Health Care Card. Your entrant will need to take your Document for travel to Australia with them.
See : Medicare Australia
The Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP)
AMEP offers 510 hours free language tuition to adults over 18 years of age. To find out where your entrant can learn English contact the Department of Immigration.
Telephone: 131881
See: Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP)
Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS)
TIS provides free assistance to recently arrived humanitarian entrants. They also provide document translation.
See: Translating and Interpreting Service
The Integrated Humanitarian Settlement Strategy (IHSS) service provider
The IHSS service provider can assist with things that you are unable to provide.
See: Where to go for help