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Form of workSunnyhaven Disability Services is a leading not for profit provider of Disability Services in the St George and Sutherland Shire areas. We have been providing these services for over 70 years and take pride in being client focused and delivering leading programs which enhance the skills and integration of our clients into the broader community.
If you are looking for a rewarding new role and you have these skills / experience then we would love to hear from you! Sunnyhaven offers a competitive salary, FBT salary packaging and training opportunities.
The Day Program Direct Support Worker is responsible for the successful delivery of the day program service (Community Participation Program) which promotes and increases a community-inclusive opportunities for people with a disability. This position is required to supervise day participants to deliver quality, flexible and individual day services in response to each participant goals and aspirations.
As a Direct Support Worker you will be working to support the wellbeing of participants by understanding their needs, preferences and interests. The role includes a range of Direct Support services including personal and daily care to people with disabilities to help achieve their personal goals and aspirations, meet their physical, emotional and social needs to ensure a quality life with dignity, respect and social inclusion.
Our values are built around Act with Integrity, Be Bold, Practice Kindness and we are looking for people who have these values to join our team.
This is a great opportunity for someone studying in a related field to gain experience working with people with disabilities and also for passionate, experienced workers to further develop your skills and career in a dynamic organisation.
Selection Criteria:
- Knowledge of the complex needs of people with disabilities and strategies to enhance their abilities with genuine commitment to them in a service delivery environment.
- Ability to support residents to develop personal care, health care and hygiene, e.g. eating, dressing, toileting and bathing.
- Computer literacy and administration skills – good knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Demonstrated communication, organisational, time management and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to relate well to people we support and their families in delivering high quality outcomes.
- Ability to work independently and/or part of a team to pursuit team goals, sharing information, contributing to resolutions in a respectful manner.
- Knowledge of the NSW Disability Services Act and Disability Standards, Work Health & Safety Act and Regulations and Anti-Discrimination Act.
Qualifications & Education:
- Current C NSW driver’s licence (CANNOT be an international licence)
- Current First Aid Certificate
- NDIS Workers Screening Check
- COVID Vaccination Certificate
- Certificate III in Disability or Community Services
To apply please email a covering letter addressing the above requirements for the position and your resume to ***********@sunnyhaven.ngo.org.au.
