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Form of work- No industry experience necessary
- Gain valuable industry experience
- Work close to home (Yarraville)
- Gain a fully funded Certificate IV in Disability Support or Education Support
Apprenticeship Careers Australia (ACA) are seeking mature, dedicated, and enthusiastic individuals to undertake a Youth Disability Care Traineeship with one of our reputable host employers in the OHSC disability and youth care sector.
Previous experience is not essential as we are seeking applicants that have the right attitude, are dependable, reliable, with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.
As a Youth Disability Care Trainee, you will work as part of a passionate team supporting young children with additional needs and/or disabilities providing Before and After School Care and Holiday Programs at a Special Development School.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals that are looking to commence a career in allied health, social work, psychology, disability support or primary school education, to gain invaluable hands-on practical experience, and complete a nationally recognised qualification in Disability or Education Support.
About You:
- A passion for supporting, and caring for young children with specialist needs
- Excellent communication skills
- A great attitude towards health and safety
- Have a professional attitude and shows initiative
- A commitment to learning and development
- Willingness to work under Work Health and Safety guidelines
Role Description:
The successful candidate will be employed by ACA and will undertake a 24-month part-time traineeship (20 hours per week), working on-site with our host employer; and complete a Certificate IV in Disability or Education Support.
Duties include:
- Play games and run activities displaying your strong communication and time management skills.
- Mentor, guide and empower young people in a caring, warm, and friendly way
- Be able to provide the highest standard of service to support young people with a disability
- Foster a happy and engaging environment that is inclusive and accounts for the needs of children
- Maintain accurate records and observations
- Maintain a safe and clean workspace
- At times, assist children/teens with meal preparation and meal consumption and hygiene requirements (toileting/continence aids)
- Be willing to undertake ongoing training and development including specialist training for supporting children with complex needs
- Attend external and internal meetings, workshops and RTO training as required
- Other duties as directed
Candidate Requirements:
- Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Willing to commit to completing a Certificate IV in Disability or Education Support
- Demonstrate cooperation, respect, consideration, and tact in dealing with others
- Aptitude for working and communicating effectively with young children with special needs
- Ability to prioritise requirements
Candidates must have, or be willing to obtain:
- Working With Children Check
- Current Police Check, or NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Flu and COVID-19 vaccination
Benefits:
- Gain a fully funded Certificate IV in Disability or Education Support
- Work close to home (Yarraville location)
- Gain valuable industry experience
- Get paid the national training wage whilst you learn both on and off-the-job
- Be supported and mentored along the way by your host employer and a dedicated ACA Field Officer
National Training Wage Award rates apply
Applications close:
Sunday, February 11 2024
For more information about this opportunity and to check your eligibility, please contact David via email: ***************@apprenticeshipcareers.com.au
Apprenticeship Careers Australia encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.
ACA can adjust its recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.
