Disability Services Officer

Role Details

About the role:

• Assisting and supporting people living with a disability in all aspects of daily living, including but not limited to community inclusion, personal care, building and maintaining independence as well as interpersonal relationships
• Numerous intakes in 2024
• Roles are available in Mount Gambier

About you:

• Experience and knowledge of disability, mental health and/or positive behaviour support
• Experience working in the area of complex behaviour support with people who need a stable and committed team around them
• Committed to following Positive Behaviour Support Plans and able to demonstrate your experience working with behaviours of concern.
• Willing to learn new skills and adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of the person you support.
• Have a good understanding of person-centred practice
• Hold a current South Australian Driver’s License
• Have working entitlements to work within Australia
• Must be flexible to work over a 7-day, 24-hour roster period including short shifts (minimum 3 hours)
• Hold a current ‘Provide First Aid Certificate’
• Possess intermediate IT skills and knowledge
• Certificate III Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent is desired

How do I Apply?

• Complete the application form
• Attach an up-to date CV/Resume that includes the names, addresses and contact phone numbers of three (3) current referees, one being your current line manager/supervisor
• Attach a comprehensive cover letter of up to two (2) pages addressing the Role Specific Capabilities located in the Role Description
• Attach a copy of your passport and working eligibility visa for those who are not Australian Citizens Appointment is subject to:
• Current, full, C Class Australian drivers’ licence
• A current Certificate in Provide First Aid
• A satisfactory Disability Services Screening Assessment conducted by the Department, or a current NDIS Worker Check
• Demonstrate to our satisfaction that you are physically capable of carrying out all the duties of the position which may be at your own expense
• Compulsory attendance at an Induction/Training Program, Mentoring and other relevant training deemed necessary by the department
• Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 with a TGA approved vaccine and provide proof of vaccination status prior to being appointed to the role.

Special Conditions

• National Police Check required.
• Employment-related Screening Check required.
• Some out of hours work may be required.
• Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
• Work will include rosters over 24 hours on a seven-day per week basis, and active and passive duty in accordance with the Intellectual Disability Services Award and the individual’s needs.
• Demonstration to our satisfaction that you are physically capable of carrying out all the duties of the position.
• Compulsory attendance at an Induction/Training Program, Mentoring and other relevant training deemed necessary by the department.
• Incumbent must be vaccinated against COVID-19 with a Therapeutic Goods Administration Authority (TGA) approved vaccine and provide proof of vaccination status prior to being appointed to the role.
• You must promptly receive any further COVID-19 vaccination(s) or booster vaccination(s) approved by the TGA and which are available to you to access.
• Role Status: Casual and Part-Time positions available.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

About the Business

Disability Services provides valuable support to the South Australian community through supported independent living, Transition to Home, quality and clinical services, and the DHS Equipment Program. As one of the largest providers, we supervise and help with everyday tasks to support people living with disability to live as independently as possible. Our Transition to Home initiative facilitates the timely discharge of people with a disability from hospital into the community.

We also fund equipment and home modifications for South Australians who are otherwise unfunded for these services through Commonwealth options. Equipment and home modifications, as well as the delivery, repair, maintenance and replacement of items, is funded by the DHS Equipment Program.

Contact Us
Enquiries to Disability Recruitment Team
DHSdisabilityrecruitment@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions

Resume and Cover Letter

You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills and experience align with the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide.

Screening Checks

If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.

If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment.

DHS is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equitable services to all South Australians. This ensures that all people feel welcome to work with us and access our services, including people identifying as Aboriginal, living with disability, LGBTIQA+, youth, mature age, and from different ethnic, linguistic, religious and cultural backgrounds.