Habit Coach

2 weeks ago


Craigieburn, Australia Everyday Independence Full time

Perfect role for Allied Health Assistants or OT, SP or Physio students
- Work under the guidance of industry leading Allied Health professionals
- Support NDIS participants in their home/community to make greater impact

**About Everyday Independence**
With over 40 hubs across Australia, Everyday Independence is a dynamic organisation committed to changing the game for people with disabilities. Working in the social model, our united team of talented change-makers is on a mission to make inclusion possible for all Australians.

**About The Role**
- Support NDIS participants in **North Western Melbourne/Craigieburn** and surrounding areas.**:

- Work at participant’s home or a community location (you will be required to drive to/from sessions).
- You will support participants across all ages and stages of life.
- Working under the guidance of the primary therapist (Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist, Physiotherapist, Key Worker or Behaviour Support Practitioner), you’ll play a vital part in enabling the participant to develop greater independence and work towards reaching their full potential.

**What do you need to be successful?**
To work as a Habit Coach, you’ll have:

- Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance OR
- Be studying Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology or Physiotherapy (minimum 2nd year) OR
- Equivalent qualification

You’ll also:

- Be available minimum two (2) days a week to support participants during their afternoon routines (3:30pm - 6:30pm)
- Be open to travel to regional/surrounding areas.
- Demonstrated ability to follow instructions.
- Demonstrate emotional intelligence and empathy.
- Maintain clear focus on the goals and outcomes of our participants.
- Act professionally and always follow company protocol.
- Be self-motivated, reliable and can work autonomously.
- Excellent communication skills - verbal and written.
- Demonstrated passion for working within the disability sector and make a difference in people's lives.
- A valid Australian drivers license and access to your own vehicle.
- NDIS Workers Screening Check.
- Working with Childrens Cheek.

**What We Offer**
- **Continuous Learning**:Guidance and support provided by industry-leading Allied Health professionals to help you excel.
- **Opportunities for Growth**:Growth opportunities are endless Explore clinical, mentoring/education or operational leadership career pathways.
- **Supportive Environment**:Work in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment, collaborating with experts in the field.
- **Everyday Perks**: We offer a range of additional perks including pet-friendly hubs, in-house career coaching, professional development budget, wellbeing days, paid parental leave, regular social events and access to confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program.

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**Join the Change-Makers**
Be a part of a team that’s changing the game for people with disabilities and making inclusion possible for all Australians.