AddressNovaskill operates as a non-profit Group Training Organisation, collaborating with local businesses to provide a diverse array of Apprenticeships and Traineeships.
We welcome individuals ranging from students transitioning out of school to mature individuals seeking to enhance their skills or shift careers!
With a presence that spans 8 locations, our footprint extends from the vibrant Gold Coast in Queensland to the picturesque Northern Beaches in New South Wales. We’re here to serve and support communities across these vast regions.
The Opportunity –
Novaskill has partnered with CA Care Services to offer a Disability Support Traineeship opportunity including on-the-job training with ongoing mentoring and support to help you achieve your career goals and unleash your true potential.
You'll complete a Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) whilst working with our host employer over 24 months through a combination of formal training with Novaskill and practical on-the-job experience at CA Care Services.
The Role –
- Assisting in the development or implementation of resident care plans, cooking, or preparation of a full range of meals
- Cleaning and Hygiene upkeep of the premises under limited supervision either individually or as part of a team
- Meeting the day to day needs of clients under direction and following their individual care plans.
- implementing client skills and activity programs under limited supervision either individually or as part of a team assisting in the development or implementation of resident care plans
- supervising or providing a wide range of personal Care Services to residents under limited supervision either individually or as part of a team.
- ensure that the service provided is in keeping with the Disability Service Standards and the policies and procedures of CA Care Services.
Benefits –
- On the job training – earn while you learn.
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification.
- Join a supportive team that values you as an individual.
- Work on the NSW Central Coast.
Essential –
- Basic computing skills.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Availability to workdays, nights, and weekends.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; both written and verbal.
- Apply First Aid Certificate & CPR or willingness to obtain.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure situations.
- Ability to manage stress and carry out all physical aspects of the position.
- Demonstrated commitment to values of CA Care Services.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude towards people with a disability.
- NDIS Workers Check.
- Driver’s License.
- Provision of a satisfactory pre-employment medical check.
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module
- Supporting Effective Communication
- Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals
- New Worker NDIS Induction Module
Desirable –
- Experience with leading, managing and mentoring a team.
- Independent Supports experience.
- Report writing.
- Age Care experience.
- A willingness to become a disability care worker with a passion to commit to the position.
- An appropriate certificate relevant to the work required to be performed or a commitment to gain the level of certificate necessary.
- Will have attained previous experience in a relevant industry, service or an equivalent level of expertise and experience to undertake the range of activities required; this may include life experience.
- A willingness to gain the appropriate on-the-job training and relevant experience.
If you’re interested in the role, reach out to our GTO Recruitment Team to request more information - ***********@novaskill.edu.au
Alternatively, please apply directly via Seek.
For your application to be considered for this position, it is essential to include a cover letter along with your resume.
What else is involved?
After submitting your online application, you may be invited by Novaskill to complete online testing, interviews, and pre-employment medicals. We’ll also contact your references if you progress through these early recruitment stages. Please be sure to check your emails (including your junk folder) and respond to missed phone calls, voicemail messages and text messages.
Regrettably, due to the high volume of applications, we can only get in touch with candidates who have been shortlisted.
