Ndis Support Worker

• Roebourne WA location
• Make a real difference
• Join a fun and dynamic workplace

About Mawarnkarra Health Service (MHS)

Mawarnkarra (MHS) is the largest primary health care provider providing direct services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living in the Roebourne area. MHS provides the families of Roebourne with a fully functional and accredited Clinic that treats approximately 3,000 people per year.

Delivering quality medical services to improve the physical, spiritual, cultural, social and emotional wellbeing for families. MHS aspires to be a strong, sustainable and recognised health service that builds healthier communities and positive change for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and those who call Roebourne home.

MHS is looking for people who want to make a real difference in the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families. Are you looking for somewhere to utilise your skill set in a supportive best practice environment? Are you looking for a career that will allow you to spend time with your family and loved ones, while still rewarding you well for your time and effort.

A fulltime position is on offer with a competitive salary, amazing conditions and a fantastic outdoors lifestyle. We are situated just an hour’s drive from Millstream National Park, with swimming holes and rock art to explore. There are islands to explore just a stone’s throw from Point Samson or Dampier and some amazing beaches to be found at Murujuga National Park. 

The Position

The 1:1 Individual Support Worker aims to improve the lives of people who live with a Disability, including those from culturally, linguistically and gender diverse backgrounds, this will be obtained through empowerment, awareness, inclusive for individuals and their communities.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES

• The ability to establish connections and form relationships with people who live with a Disability, their families and their extended community.
• The ability to be respectfully in a culturally sensitive manner as well as effectively within Mawarnkarra Health Service and other Disability Service Providers.
• The ability to work independently in the community, and with your team at Mawarnkarra.
• A strong commitment to the community, linking in with relevant events and compassion for people who live with a Disability.
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills, initiative, good judgment and extreme reliability
• Must have a non-judgemental approach to Individual supports,
• Be approachable, positive and respectful.
• Have the ability to cultivate professional working relationships within the Disability sector in the West Pilbara.
• Have demonstrated skills to communicate culturally and appropriately with community members.
• Local language skills is advantageous.
• Respect confidentiality and build trust.
• Comply with NDIS & MHS - Code of Conduct.
• Manage potential conflicts of interest and if required seek assistance to do so. 
• Other reasonable duties as directed by your line manager

Other relevant Information

• Current Drivers Licence
• Current Working with Children's Check & Police Clearance or willing to obtain
• Current CPR Certificate
• COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate, (Requirement to be triple vax as per the WA Government mandate for all health care workers)
• All employees are subject to regular and random drug & alcohol testing

Remuneration Benefits include:

• $58,000 base salary + Allowances
• Superannuation 11%
• You will have access to generous salary sacrificing (pre-tax dollars)

Applications

Please send your resume and application form with a cover letter stating why you want the role.

Applications close the 21st February 2024.

Aboriginality is preferred for this position (refer Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA), as amended).

MHS may commence appointment proceedings immediately, appoint by invitation or make no appointment at all. This opportunity is only open to candidates with the right to work in Australia.