Disabilities Services Officer

COMPANY NAME - PRESTIGE STAFFING SOLUTIONS
ABN - 30627530849
JOB TITLE - Disability Service Officer
ADDRESS - Southport QLD 4215
SALARY - $70,000 - $75,000
WORK TYPE - Full-time Position
DUTIES:
• Supports families and provides education and care for disabled persons in adult service units, group housing and government institutions.
• Assesses clients' needs and plans, develops and implements educational, training and support programs.
• Interviews clients and assesses the nature and extent of difficulties.
• Monitors and reports on the progress of clients.
• Working with clients from diverse backgrounds to ensure their individual needs are supported while respecting their culture.
• Delivering services with compassion, integrity, and dignity.
• Following tasks as directed per Care Plans and Task lists, such as personal care, general housekeeping, social support, and transport.
• Provide 1:1 quality support and meet the requirements of the clients based on their individual needs and in line with their goals.
• Assist clients in accessing the community.
• Conduct client assessments to confirm services required, and clients’ eligibility to receive them.
• Maintain accurate records and report writing on progress from the client and management reports.
• Provide feedback to the relevant Manager.
• Develop and employ strategies to attract clients to the disability care program.
• Liaising with community groups, welfare agencies, government bodies and private businesses and health care providers about community issues and promoting awareness of community resources and services.
• Prepare the program for audit in coordination with the Q&C Supervisor.
• Other duties as required by the Disability Care Coordinator.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
This position will require the following
• Relevant qualification in community services and at least 2 years work experience
• Current first aid and CPR
• A current Police Clearance
• Outstanding communication skills