Support Worker-Social Connector

Support Worker- Social Connector 

 About Us

Includa is a registered NDIS Provider doing things differently. We place the people we support at the heart of all that we do; by partnering closely, fostering positive relationships, and respecting the rights, culture, choice, voice and autonomy of all people. 

We’re partnering with one of the people we support, Rob, to help him find 2 great Support Workers. 

Enough from us, let’s introduce you to Rob, who’ll tell you a bit more about what he’s looking for.

What I’m Looking For?

Support Worker – Social Connector (Casual)

This casual position has an emphasis on social connection and capacity building, supporting me to build friendships and relationships, develop skills and enjoy genuine participation in the community.

In this role, you will:

• Get to know me really well and understand my communication style to be an effective and reliable communication partner
• Support me with decision making and self determination
• Assist me to participate and contribute to the community in ways that are meaningful and interesting
• Explore social opportunities and assist me to make friends and deepen relationships
• Assist me to build on my skills, knowledge and creativity in my business, filmmaking and other passions
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of Includa, particularly record-keeping, incident reporting and workplace health and safety.
• Communicate with others in the team through established channels.
• Provide ‘hands on’ support including personal care support
• Uphold my human rights at all times
• Be available for on-call element of role 1-2 days per week

What you’ll have:

• A positive mindset with energy and enthusiasm
• A kind, friendly and outgoing personality and an ability to break the ice
• Excellent communication and social skills
• An understanding of the importance of social inclusion
• A commitment to the full participation and inclusion of people with disability within the community
• Ability to seek and explore avenues for new social and work opportunities
• Willing to share your own personal networks in a meaningful way.
• Initiative and organisational skills
• Skills to judge a situation, use your own initiative and seek advice when needed
• A good team player
• Energy, creativity, and imagination as a networker
• Excellent listening skills
• Computer and social media skills
• NDIS Workers Check 
• First Aid Certificate
• Full drivers licence and Comprehensive Car Insurance 
• Current Working with Children Check
• COVID 19 Vaccination 

Other Benefits at Includa:

• Be part of supportive team with strong values:
  • We put people first
  • We listen, learn and grow
  • We provide great support for everyone, always
  • We foster community and connections
  • Weird works here. We value the unique, unusual and weirdly wonderful. We embrace authenticity, honesty and diversity.
• We pay well and employ awesome people 
• Paid training, mentoring and support 
• Regular social events
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Work-life balance
• Leadership that works for you 

If this sounds like you, please apply via the link below, or contact the Includa team at **********@includa.com.au for more information. 

We ask that all cover letters please address the following questions to be considered for the role:

• Why do you think you would enjoy working in this role?
• What experience do you have that makes you think you would be a great candidate?
• What personal qualities do you have that makes you think you would be a great candidate?

Applications close 29/2/24