Address United Support Services is a professional and unique organisation specialising in supporting a group of people with a disability and high care requirements for a peaceful and meaningful life. We aim to allow people with disabilities / special needs between 0-65 years of age to live a more ordinary life and achieve personal goals while receiving quality and flexible care entirely funded by the government.
We are looking for a dedicated Disabilities Services Officer to work closely with our residential care officers and care/support workers to provide education and community access to people with intellectual, physical, social and emotional disabilities.
Roles and responsibilities include:
• Conducting interviews with clients and their families to assess the extent and nature of their difficulties.
• Evaluating clients’ needs and creating, developing, and implementing educational, training, and support programs.
• Helping clients with addressing social, emotional, and financial issues.
• Monitor and report on the progress of clients, maintain client records and monitor the outcomes.
• Referring clients to additional support agencies and allied health agencies as required.
• Assist with applying for and monitoring a person’s individual funding to ensure it meets person’s support needs.
• Mentor support and care staff and our support coordination team to provide ongoing training and development to deliver a high standard care.
• Working with our support worker and our support coordination team to provide education and community access to our clients with disabilities.
You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident to apply.
Skills and Qualifications:
• Minimum qualification of AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) or at least 3 years of relevant experience in a related field
Experience:
• 2 years minimum experience as a Disabilities Services Officer or in a related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including demonstrated experience in interacting with a wide range of people.
Location:
• Leichhardt, NSW 2040
• Surry Hills, NSW 2010
• Eastgardens, NSW 2036
• Rockdale, NSW 2216
Salary Offered:
• $74,000 – $100,000 per annum, plus superannuation
Employment Type:
• Full Time
