Indigenous Support Specialist

3 weeks ago

Ipswich, Australia Multicap Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Indigenous Support Specialist to join our team in Wacol. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who shares our passion for supporting individuals with mental health and disability needs.

As an Indigenous Support Specialist, you will play a crucial role in helping our client access his community and achieve his personal goals. Your expertise in First Nations culture and ability to support our client's independence will be invaluable.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

  • SUPPORTING CLIENTS: Utilize your experience in mental health and disability to provide tailored support to our clients, empowering them to live independently.
  • Achieving Personal Goals: Work closely with our clients to set and achieve their personal objectives, promoting autonomy and self-confidence.
  • Running Activities: Organise and participate in activities that foster independence, socialisation, and overall well-being.
  • Celebrating Successes: Recognise and celebrate the achievements of our clients, reinforcing positive outcomes.
  • Organising Activities: Collaborate with community resources to design and implement activities that cater to our clients' interests.
  • Household Tasks: Assist with daily tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and cooking, ensuring our clients' living spaces remain safe and comfortable.
  • Medical Appointments: Arrange and accompany our clients to medical appointments, providing emotional support and advocating on their behalf.

In return for your expertise and dedication, we offer:

  • FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENTS: Enjoy a flexible work schedule that accommodates your needs, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
  • ANNUAL SALARY INCREASES: Receive regular wage increases, reflecting your growing value to our organisation.
  • SALARY PACKAGING: Take advantage of salary packaging opportunities, boosting your take-home pay and enhancing your financial security.
  • FREE COUNSELLING SERVICES: Access free counselling services, providing you with confidential support to manage any challenges you may face.
  • TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT: Engage in ongoing training and professional development, enhancing your skills and knowledge within a supportive team environment.

To succeed in this role, you will require:

  • EXPERIENCE AS A SUPPORT WORKER: Possess relevant experience working with individuals with mental health and disability needs.
  • OPEN DRIVERS LICENCE: Hold a current open drivers licence, enabling you to transport clients safely.
  • NDIS WORKERS SCREENING CLEARANCE AND BLUE CARD: Maintain up-to-date NDIS workers screening clearance and Blue Card credentials, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

We invite you to join our team of dedicated professionals at Multicap, where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients. For more information about this role, please contact us at dereka-jo.williams@multicap.org.au.

About Us

Multicap is a leading provider of mental health and disability support services, committed to delivering high-quality care and support to individuals across Queensland and New South Wales. With a rich history dating back to 1912, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in the community, dedicated to empowering individuals to live fulfilling lives.

At Multicap, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we operate, recognising the deep connection between our Ancestors and the land. We extend our respect to all First Nations Peoples, honouring their stories, traditions, and contributions to our society.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.

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