AddressAre you looking at a role that builds connections with the people you support and their families?
Are you an enthusiastic, nurturing, dependable self-starter who thrives on fostering creativity, generating great ideas, and achieving outstanding outcomes? Do you have skills to mentor and develop support workers in the disability sector?’ If relationships are important to you we want YOU to join our exceptional team, CLA is the place for you!
At Community Lifestyles Agency Inc., a revered non-profit organisation in Maryborough, Queensland, for over three decades. At CLA we believe every individual should have a valued role in their community, we are here to make this happen.
Ready to make a meaningful impact?
While previous experience within disability or aged care sectors is advantageous, we prioritise finding individuals whose personality traits align with our mission.
Are you ready to make a positive difference?
Previous experience within the disability or aged care sectors is desirable however the right personality set is equally as good.
Benefits and perks
This position is a full-time opportunity for 76 hrs. a fortnight based out of our Maryborough office. It will require on-call responsibilities.
Community Lifestyles Agency strives to be an employer of choice, focusing on the growth and development of its team members. Generous salary packaging arrangements together with amazing training and development opportunities are just some of the perks available for CLA Employees.
Salary for this role is based on the Social, Community, Homes Care, and Disability Services Industry Award 2010, Social and Community Services Worker, Level 5, Pay point 1.
Skills and experience
The Service Coordinator will bring with them an understanding of the NDIS, as well as significant experience providing supports and services to people with a disability. A relevant Tertiary qualification is strongly desirable.
High support needs skills are strongly desired, such as manual handling, medication assistance, enteral feeding, and adaptive communication.
Experience in managing a team and 1 year’s demonstrated experience in managing service delivery with disability services is also vital for success in this role.
The successful applicant will have or be willing and able to obtain:
- Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or willingness to obtain
- Current NDIS Worker Screening check or willingness to obtain
- A current First Aid and CPR Certificate or willingness to obtain
- Demonstrated reliability, flexibility, and a positive fun attitude
- Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and listening
- Competent in using technology - Smart Phone and Apps
- Availability to attend mandatory, paid training programs.
The successful applicant must:
- Demonstrate a positive, fun attitude;
- Show initiative and compassion for the wider community;
- Exhibit an ability to problem solve with individuals and follow policies and procedures at all times;
- Demonstrate an understanding of incident reporting, quality documentation, complaints handling, and restrictive practices;
- Be willing to work closely with families, advocates, professionals, volunteers, and therapy staff;
- Possess a Queensland Drivers License
Incentives - we have lots!
- SCHADS awards Level 5.1- 5.3 (Based on Tertiary Qualifications and Experience a higher level can be considered)
- Penalties
- Super
- Salary Packaging up to $15600
At Community Lifestyles Agency Inc. we are dedicated to identifying and developing the finest staff for our service users, so if you fit the criteria above we want to hear from you!
Alternatively, you can also call our helpful Human Resources team for assistance or more information on 0466 579 *** OR email: **********@comlife.com.au
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are encouraged to apply.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date 31/05/2024 and as such the closing date for this position is subject to change if we find the right person earlier.
