Disability Services Officer,

Department of Human Services
Job reference: 571492
Location: 5554 - KADINA, 5558 - MOONTA
Job status: Casual
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Highlights

• Contribute to positive change for people with disabilities
• Make a difference for South Australians
• Access excellent learning and development opportunities

About the Role

• Assisting and supporting people living with a disability inall aspects of daily living, including but not limited to communityinclusion, personal care, building and maintaining independence aswell as interpersonal relationships.
• Numerous intakes in 2024.
• Roles are available in Kadina and Moonta.

 About You

• Experience and knowledge of disability, mentalhealth and/or positive behaviour support.
• Experience working in the area of complex behaviour supportwith people who need a stable and committed team around them.
• Committed to following Positive Behaviour Support Plans andable to demonstrate your experience working with behaviours ofconcern.
• Willing to learn new skills and adapt your approach to meetthe 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 periodincluding short shifts (minimum 3 hours).
• Hold a current ‘Provide First AidCertificate’.
• Possess intermediate IT skills and knowledge.
• Certificate III Individual Support (Disability) orequivalent 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) pagesaddressing the Role Specific Capabilities located in the RoleDescription.
• Attach a copy of your passport and working eligibility visafor those who are not Australian Citizens Appointment is subjectto:
• Current, full, C Class Australian drivers’licence.
• A current Certificate in Provide First Aid.
• A satisfactory Disability Services Screening Assessmentconducted by the Department, or a current NDIS Worker Check.
• Demonstrate to our satisfaction that you are physicallycapable of carrying out all the duties of the position which may beat your own expense.
• Compulsory attendance at an Induction/Training Program,Mentoring and other relevant training deemed necessary by thedepartment.
• Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 with a TGA approvedvaccine and provide proof of vaccination status prior to beingappointed 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).

About the Business

Disability Services provides valuable support to the SouthAustralian community through supported independent living,Transition to Home, quality and clinical services, and the DHSEquipment Program. As one of the largest providers, we superviseand help with everyday tasks to support people living withdisability to live as independently as possible. Our Transition toHome initiative facilitates the timely discharge of people with adisability from hospital into the community.

We also fund equipment and home modifications for SouthAustralians who are otherwise unfunded for these services throughCommonwealth options. Equipment and home modifications, as well asthe delivery, repair, maintenance and replacement of items, isfunded by the DHS Equipment Program.

Role Status: Casual

Salary Range: $55,270-$56,980 (DIS01 & DIS02)

Location: Kadina & Moonta

Enquiries: Enquiries to Disability RecruitmentTeam, Email: ***************@sa.gov.au

Application Instructions
Resume and Cover Letter

You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum oftwo pages, addressing how your skills and experience align with therole specific capabilities and attach your current resume via theonline application form. For more information about applying, referto our Job Application Guide

Screening Checks

If you are new to the department and are invited to aninterview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check,which has been issued within six months of your application for therole. National Police Checks can be applied for viathe South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires anEmployment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergosuch assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessmentduring your employment.

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

Applications close: 01/03/2024 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Role Description - Disability Services Officer - DSO1.pdf
- Role Description - Disability Services Officer - DSO2.pdf

Flexibility Statement
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.