Active Support Workers

We are seeking interest from enthusiastic and committed **Active Support Workers (ASW) **who have a passion for supporting clients under our Active Support model; all focused on enhancing inclusion, independence, and well-being for our clients.

We are actively talent pooling for Full time, Part time, and Casual staff in the Illawarra region to join the team.

**About Us**:
As a ‘for-purpose’ organisation providing Supported Independent Living to individuals with a range of sensory impairments and additional disabilities, our focus is to create opportunities for people to enhance their independence, inclusion, and well-being.

Forsight was established in 1978 by a group of parents and teachers wanting to ensure their children had a pathway to independent living as young adults and beyond. Their mission has expanded to include people with a range of sensory impairments and disabilities, now supporting a growing number of clients in homes throughout Greater Sydney and the Illawarra. The love and dedication of those original parents and teachers remains at the heart of all we do.

With 20 shared accommodation homes across Greater Sydney and the Illawarra, our mission is to provide high-quality care and improve the quality of life for our clients.

**About our Roles**:
The main purpose of our ASW roles is to provide support to their clients using a person-centred approach. Our focus is on recognising the potential in our clients to empower them in their day-to-day living experiences. Communication and liaison with key client stakeholders like families, guardians, and other service providers is critical, as is being able to work well within a passionate team.

**About You**:
You are enthusiastic, caring and committed to supporting people with disabilities to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life You will hold or be studying for a Cert III in Disability or related discipline. Alternatively, you will have at least 6 months of work experience in a similar role. You will be able to work with challenging behaviours in a supportive model of care, and available for regular shifts on a 24/7 roster (including sleepover and active nights)

**You will have**:

- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate (with at least 3 months until expiry)
- Valid and unrestricted NSW driver's license
- Right to work in Australia
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
- Proof of at least 3 COVID-19 Vaccinations including Boosters (or a willingness to obtain)

**Why Work with Us?**

We encourage a friendly team environment with support and encouragement to grow, PBI salary packaging (via AccessPay for permanent roles), reward and recognition programs, and plenty of opportunities for learning and development. We promote an inclusive working environment where our team members are valued and supported as they grow a rewarding and fulfilling career within the Disability sector. And our clients are at the heart of all we do.

**You’re keen, so what Next?**

We would love to hear from you To express your interest in future opportunities in the Greater Sydney region, please click on the **“Apply”** button below and upload your Resume.

Please add a short cover letter outlining:

- How you meet our requirements
- Which Sydney locations work for you, and
- What type of employment you prefer (FT, PT and/or Casual)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

**Salary**: From $30.46 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Salary packaging

Schedule:

- Shift work

Application Question(s):

- Which suburb are you located in?
- Do you have 3 Covid-19 Vaccinations?
- What is your residential Suburb?
- What distance (in minutes) are you willing to travel from home to work?

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Support Worker: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Driver Licence (preferred)
- CPR Certification (preferred)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (preferred)
- Night Shift (preferred)
- Overnight Shift (preferred)

Work Location: In person