Community Support Worker - Disability (Tweed Heads)

ABOUT US

Momentum Collective is a registered charity and not-for-profit community services organisation creating real social change and inclusive opportunities. We have a proud 40 year track record operating in a suite of programs in disability, mental health, homelessness, social and affordable housing, family & domestic violence, child family and community services.

We believe in a shared or collective responsibility to help close these gaps and are looking for can do, positive people, to join our community movement.
 
ABOUT THE ROLE 

In this position you’ll maintain the well-being of clients and help them work towards their goals and aspirations. You’ll provide support in their day to day lives by assisting and encouraging them to participate in daily tasks such as meals, cleaning, medication and personal care. You will also assist them to live their best life by enabling them to engage in community participation activities.

Working with Momentum means you’ll be part of an organisation which creates positive and lasting change in people’s lives
 
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Our ideal candidate is a professional, energetic individual with a ‘can do’ attitude. You’ll have experience working in this sector and enjoy the challenges that this type of work brings. You’ll be a great communicator and have a willingness to learn new skills. This is a 24/7 service therefore shift work is required including weekends and sleepovers.
 
WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• In-house training and career development to support your future goals
• Our Employee Assistance Program includes free counselling, well-being coaching, nutrition coaching and financial coaching
• Our BRAVO rewards and recognition program celebrates your contribution
• Salary packaging options to increase take home pay and access to discounts and rewards

ABOUT YOU

• Cert III in relevant industry qualification and/or relevant experience
• Current Driver’s Licence
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• Evidence of full COVID 19 vaccination
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage time.
• Demonstrated understanding of a person-centred approach.
• Ability to follow established support work practices.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to connect with clients.

Momentum Collective is committed to creating social change and inclusive opportunities for everyone. We promote diversity when recruiting our team and are guided by our core values of trust and respect, wellbeing, innovation, working well together and being gracious. We respect the special place our nation’s first people hold in our communities and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, LGBTIQ+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and of mature age.

Interested in this position?
 
To Apply

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