AddressAre you an experienced Disability Support Worker with a background in administrative duties and Community Outreach?
About Us
Connecting Families is more than just a service provider; we're a community-driven organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of children, adults and families. Our mission is to bring communities together to create a better life for individuals with disabilities. Rooted in our core values of Capability, Authenticity, Respect, and Empowerment (CARE), we strive to deliver the highest quality of care and support to our clients and each other. Our innovative programs and dedicated team members embody our commitment to inclusivity, compassion and excellence in everything we do.
About the Role
We are looking for passionate Disability Support Workers to fulfil Community Outreach support and administrative duties for a program based in Port Macquarie. You will have the opportunity to work within a supportive team environment while also having the autonomy to make a meaningful difference in the lives of participants.
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- Previous experience as a Disability Support Worker, supporting participants across ages from youth to elderly
- Ability to work both within a team and autonomously
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Genuine desire to support people with additional needs using a person-centered approach, understand participant needs and support planning
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with intake reviews, assessments & referral processes
- Liaising with service & support staff and provide assistance with complex cases.
- Competent in working with people with a disability and or Mental Health diagnosis
Mandatory Requirements
To apply for this role, you must have the following:
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Employee Working with Children Check
- Current National Police Check conducted within the last 6 months
- Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009) certificates
- Valid Australian driver's license (with a reliable and comprehensively insured car)
- A nationally recognised Certificate III or Certificate IV in Individual Support (Disability/Aged Care)
What Connecting Families Offers You:
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements to accommodate diverse needs and schedules
- Casual shifts to support our clients!
- A supportive team environment where every member is valued, respected and encouraged to thrive
- Opportunity to travel interstate for shifts!
- Casual hourly rate according to the SCHADS award (Level 3 - pay point 1 under Home care employee casual) + penalties
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