Address- An established Day Options and Experiences program | Metropolitan Sites
- Multiple casual roles available | Numerous shifts offered throughout the week
- Respected and well-known organisation | Supportive and inclusive environment
About Bedford
Bedford exists to support people with disability to live the life they choose through a diverse range of skill-building opportunities, from social activities, experiences, supported employment and open employment. Underpinning this is the belief that diversity, inclusion and acceptance equals belonging for people of all abilities.
About the Role
Due to the growth of our Day Options program, there are multiple casual roles available at our metropolitan sites with shifts being offered throughout the week. This role provides an opportunity to engage in a variety of activities with our clients, focusing on assisting and empowering them to achieve their goals and develop new skills within a supportive, positive, and fun environment.
Other key responsibilities include:
- Provide 1:1 or 1:3 support
- Support clients to achieve their NDIS goals
- Complete progress and incident reports
- Work with clients to promote individual choice and control
- Provide transport to clients using a Bedford pool car
- Maintain a duty of care for clients, other staff, and yourself
About You
You will be an experienced and qualified Support Worker with knowledge of the NDIS Practice Standards, Code of Conduct and Quality and Safeguarding Framework. You will be enthusiastic, energetic and have a person-centred approach, as well as a genuine passion for working with people with disability to help them achieve their goals and build new skills so they can live the life they choose. As a bonus, you may have the opportunity to share a hobby, skill, or passion of yours with our clients, contributing to the success of our growing Day Options program.
Other knowledge, skills and attributes include:
- Minimum Cert III in Disability (or equivalent)
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Strong written and verbal skills
- A positive focus to ‘do with and not for’ to empower our clients
- A National Police Clearance (no older than six months old)
- Driver’s licence
- NDIS worker screening clearance, or other NDIS approved clearance to work in the disability sector
- Evidence of right to work in Australia
- 100 points of identification
What’s in it for you?
- Reduce the amount of tax you pay each year with access to generous PBI salary packaging which can be used towards paying rent, mortgage, utilities, loan repayments, childcare, novated leases and mor
- Casual shifts available supporting a healthy work / life balance
- Encouraging and supportive team environment
- Use of a Bedford pool vehicle to transport clients
- Potential development opportunities including Cert IV and Diploma
- Work for a well-respected, and established disability organisation
- Access to Bedford’s generous rewards and recognition program
- Gain a real sense of purpose as you see clients reach their potential and watch their independence grow
- Experience the rewarding feeling of being a part of our clients’ journey and seeing the joy it brings
How to Apply
To apply for this role, you will need to submit a short one-minute video addressing why you are passionate about working in the disability sector. Don’t worry if the video is not perfect, or if you are feeling a bit nervous about speaking on video. We completely understand, and we are not looking for the best video, we are looking for the most genuine people who really want to be part of an organisation that is passionate about supporting people with disability. Alternatives to the video submission are offered to people with access needs. Please contact the recruitment team for more details.
If you would like to enquire further about this opportunity, please contact Chantelle Dornan – Recruitment Officer on 8647 7784 or email ***********@bedfordgroup.com.au All enquires will be treated in confidence.
Applications close Wednesday 8th May 2024
Bedford reserves the right to close applications prior to this date.
For a copy of the position description, please go to the careers page of our website at bedfordgroup.com.au/careers
At Bedford, we believe in fostering a diverse, accepting, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from individuals of all gender identities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, and those with disabilities.
Please do not hesitate to contact Bedford Recruitment on 08 8275 02***or via email at ***********@bedfordgroup.com.au to discuss any of your access needs. We're committed to promoting a welcoming and supportive environment for all candidates, and we look forward to hearing from you.
