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Form of workCatholicCare provides a comprehensive range of individual and group programs for those with disability. We are currently seeking an Activity Support Partner for our program called Boonah. Boonah is an Art Studio run specifically to meet the needs of artists living with a disability.
We are currently seeking a highly engaging Activity Support Partner to deliver person-centred care and art activities to participants. You will be implementing participant’s goals to ensure that their activities incorporate what is important for them and what is important to them. You will be providing active support which can include from time-to-time personal care, mobility support and more.
This is a Permanent Part Time opportunity, required for 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 9am to 3:30pm.
Duties
- Support program participants through the creative process of artwork development of high standard.
- Interact positively with participants, families, carers, and stakeholders.
- Undertake all required aspects of participant’s personal care.
- Make decisions using sound judgement to support and advocate for the participant.
- Accompany participants on excursions or outings.
- Assist the participants to implement their personal and art-based goals.
- Ensure familiarity with the participant’s profile and always carry their emergency plan.
- Experience or willingness to work with vulnerable people of all ages.
- Background in Creative Arts or Art Therapy qualifications.
- Hold a valid NSW Driver’s licence and insured vehicle.
- First aid Certificate (or ability to obtain one before commencing).
- Completing a NDIS Worker Check is a requirement of this position.
- A working with Children’s check clearance.
- Completion of the mandatory NDIS Worker Orientation Module ‘Quality, Safety and You’ is required.
We know that changing roles is a big decision – so here is what we can offer you:
- Salary packaging – also known as salary sacrifice - means allocating a portion of your salary to pay certain expenses before income tax is calculated. So, on pay day you pay less income tax and have more money for the things that matter.
- A focus on employee well-being, with regular reflective/practice supervision opportunities.
- Access to training and learning opportunities.
- An Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential counselling and support.
At CatholicCare Diocese of Broken Bay we make a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve. Our services include NDIS disability services, foster care and out of home care supports, services for seniors, children’s services and a range of Community Services supports.
We are also a child-safe and child-friendly organisation.
We are a safe, respectful, and inclusive employer. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their cultural background, gender, faith or disability. Our organisation will accommodate any reasonable requests to support you to thrive during the recruitment process and beyond.
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