Aged Care And Disability Services Officer / Cook - Ramingining

TO APPLY, VISIT OUR WEBSITE - www.eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/why-work-here 

Applicants who do not apply through our website may not be considered. 

Housing and relocation assistant are available with this role.

About us: 

East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) provides services to nine remote communities across East Arnhem Land. We are dedicated to promoting the power of people, protection of community and respect for cultural diversity. Working with EARC will mean that you will be part of a wider team that is passionate about the people it serves, and you’ll have access to career growth and professional development opportunities. 

East Arnhem Land is home to incredibly rich Indigenous culture and boasts some of Australia’s most unique landscapes, ranging from rich red bauxite soils to pristine white sand coast lines. With activities such as fishing, boating, camping, walking and exploring the diverse vegetation and landscapes right on your doorstep, working with the EARC can offer you a great work life balance. For a full list of employee benefits please visit the ‘Employment’ page on our website here: https://www.eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/ 

About the role:

You will be responsible to assist with the provision of quality meals to care recipients adhering to legislative framework and meeting all Government guidelines.

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:

1. Demonstrated experience in the provision of a meals program for vulnerable persons, such as Meals on Wheels. 
2. Hold a food safety qualification, or the willingness to obtain. 
3. Hold a Certificate III in Individual Support (Aging or Disability), or the willingness to obtain. 
4. Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural team environment.
5. Demonstrated experience in basic administrative duties. 
6. Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel and Outlook. 
7. A current C Class Drivers Licence, or the ability to obtain.

It would be desirable if you also possessed:

1. First Aid and CPR qualifications, or the ability to obtain.
2. Previous experience living and/or working in remote Australian First Nations’ communities. 
3. Demonstrated high level of cross-cultural awareness to ensure effective participation in a multi-cultural workplace.
4.  Awareness of issues affecting First Nations People in Australia.

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a Criminal History Check and obtain a Working with Children Clearance. Criminal history will not exclude an applicant unless it is relevant to the position.

A full Position Description may be obtained by visiting our website.  

What you'll get in return:

Full Time Permanent employment.

Level 4 - Salary $70,893.91 - $77,467.55 (excluding super and locality allowance) with annual wage increase opportunities built into our EBA.

You will also benefit from annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.

Housing and Relocation Assistance are available with this role. 

Applications Close: 5th April 2024

For further information about this position please contact our Regional Manager - Aged Care and Disability Services - ***************@eastarnhem.nt.gov.au 

Under the EARC's Special Measures Recruitment Strategy, eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

EARC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.  

Thank you for your application for a position with East Arnhem Regional Council. Please note that only short-listed candidates who move to the next stage in the selection process will be contacted. Please note your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes. Personal information of the candidate can be accessed by contacting **@eastarnhem.nt.gov.au.

East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.