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You Connect (YC), formally known as youth connections, is a not-for-profit organisation that supports people living with a disability, have complex behaviours and/or have mental health diagnosis that impact their day-to-day functioning. We are seeking professional Support Workers to join our rapidly expanding team.
Your Duties may Include (but not limited to):
- Assisting with medication
- Light household duties
- Mentoring
- Transport
- Community Access
- Personal Care
Benefits and Perks:
- Casual opportunities available with the option to go PT.
- Supportive and friendly team environment.
- SCHADS 2.1.
- Ongoing shifts for permanent staff.
- Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing options (Part-time employees).
- Internal training and development opportunities.
- Staff Referral Scheme
- Staff Recognition Program
- 2x yearly staff celebrations.
- Free annual leave day in your birthday month!
About You:
- Reliable, empathetic and committed to supporting vulnerable people.
- Relevant industry experience and knowledge; formal qualifications in Disability, Community Services, or similar, would be advantageous
- A comprehensive understanding of mental health issues and the challenges individuals face.
- Ability to effectively manage and deescalate heightened behaviours.
- NDIS Workers Screening Check (or be willing to obtain)
- Working with Children Check (required for paid employment)
- Police Check
- Current First Aid Certificate, HLTAID011 and CPR (or willingness to obtain)
- Current Australian Drivers Licence and comprehensive car insurance
- Nightshift (sleepover availability) would be advantageous.
YC are an EEO organisation and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.
Are you ready to join our growing YC family?
To apply for this position, please email your resume to ***********@you-connect.com.au
