Aboriginal Community Support Worker

2 days ago

Wallsend, New South Wales, Australia Cerebral Palsy Alliance Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and culturally sensitive Aboriginal Community Support Worker to join our team in Wallsend, NSW. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of people with disabilities, particularly Aboriginal clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • To build and support cultural journeys for Aboriginal clients through community activities, promoting high levels of social and emotional wellbeing.
  • To deliver personalised support in a group home setting, including assisting clients at mealtimes, personal care, administering medication, and manual handling.
  • To identify culturally safe activities in the group home, such as musical therapy or storytime and art.
  • To ensure clients have access to information to make their own choices and build skills to be more independent.
  • To transport clients using CPA's minivan, if applicable.

Requirements

  • A genuine commitment to helping clients maintain a distinctive cultural, spiritual, and physical relationship with their land and waters.
  • Awareness of Closing the Gap Targets and Outcomes is beneficial but not essential.
  • Ability to navigate complex and diverse client family dynamics.
  • A current NSW Driver's Licence (P2 minimum) is preferred.
  • Live locally to Awabakal land.
  • Knowledge, understanding, and sensitivity towards the social and cultural needs of Aboriginal people and their families.

About Us

Cerebral Palsy Alliance values diversity, fosters an inclusive culture, and champions equitable opportunities. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and abilities.

Benefits

  • A competitive hourly rate ($30-$35 per hour, depending on experience).
  • Flexible working hours and shifts across a 24/7 roster.
  • Up to 10 days unpaid leave per year for Ceremonial Leave.
  • $100 per year Well-being Allowance.
  • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Paid Employee Referral Bonus Program.

Training and Development

You will receive comprehensive training throughout your orientation, with ongoing learning and development opportunities, including specialist training, buddy shifts, and nationally recognised qualifications like Certificate III in Individual Support and/or Certificate IV in Disability.

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