Recreation, Living Skills and School Holiday Program - Leading Hand

Macarthur Disability Services (MDS) has been providing support to people with a disability, the frail aged and their carers for over 40 years. We actively promote the rights and aspirations of people with a disability to enrich lives and roles in the community through the provision of choice, opportunity and innovative service design. We take great pride in what we do at MDS, and we work to foster for our employee’s a culture of Quality, Respect and Empowerment, in line with the MDS values. MDS believes our mission purpose is dependent on the collective efforts of our diverse workforce. MDS aims to use a competency based management strategy for Human Resources practices and to develop motivated teams who are driven, skilled and trained. MDS offers a rewarding career with: Opportunity to make a difference Salary packaging Safe and Supportive work place that recognises and rewards individual achievement About the Opportunity This position will provide support to the School Holiday Program, Living Skills for Adults/Young People and all of our other social/recreation programs. The position will be responsible for overseeing day to day running of programs and reports to the Coordinator Individual Services. Key Responsibilities for this position include: Supervising a team of staff working in isolation Program development and implementation Problem solving operational needs in each of the programs Acting as a resource providing coaching, direction and feedback to the team Develop and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders (carers, parents, participants) The successful applicant will have: Current Drivers Licence and access to a reliable vehicle HLTAID003 Provide First Aid Qualification (current within 3 years) HLTAID001 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (current within 12 months) NDIS Worker Clearance Working with Children Clearance Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate IV in a relevant discipline or experience in a similar role Experience in coordinating program resources (staff, time, vehicles etc) Excellent customer service skills The Position is Permanent Part Time working 48 hours per fortnight (Mon/Tues/Thurs) with additional hours as required. This role may require you to work weekdays and occasional weekends including afternoon shifts and split shifts. This role is covered under the SCHCADS Award at a Level 3 Classification ($36.00 - $38.60). Also offered is salary packaging, mobile phone and leave loading. NOTE FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES: MDS is considering offering immediate commencement in this role as an acting opportunity. Please make a note of this in your application if interested. To apply for this position, please select 'APPLY'Phone (02) 4621 8400 for further information. Applications will not be considered unless application form is completed. Applications close 8am, Monday 11th March 2024 It is essential that all applicants have the right to work in Australia. They must also have a current driver’s licence and access to their own vehicle. Applicants will be subject to a Criminal Record Check and are required to provide a clearance for working with children. MDS is an EEO Employer and a smoke free workplace. MDS is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people