Support Worker, Children's Services

7 days ago

Wagga Wagga, Australia Westhaven Full time

**_Are you ready to make a real impact? Join our dynamic organisation dedicated to creating positive change and fostering meaningful connections through personalised support for individuals with disabilities._**

**We’re expanding our services in Wagga Wagga and are looking for passionate individuals to join our teams in both Adult Services and Children Services.**

**Whats on offer**:

- Casual & Permanent Part Time opportunities - Immediate start (pending licensing requirements)
- Work a flexible shift roster
- Competitive base rate of $33.41 per hour + casual loadings and shift loadings as per SCHADS Award. (Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010) and super (11.5%)
- First Aid certificate compliance allowance (pro-rata)
- Tax-free salary packaging up to $15,900 per year (pro-rata)
- Enjoy a tax-free meal and entertainment card up to $2,650 per year (pro-rata)
- Dubbo Motor Group exclusive employee discounts for permanent staff members.
- Fitness Fanatic? We've Got You Covered: Fitness Passport to Energise Your Lifestyle
- Innovative work environment: Career pathway into team leader role
- Embrace Diversity, Spark Inclusion: Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
- Mandatory one-week comprehensive induction program

**A day in the role of a Support Worker**
As a **Support Worker**, you'll play a vital role in offering essential care and support to children, young people, and adults who may be facing various challenges.
- Work with individuals across age groups, assisting with personal care and daily living skills
- Plan and attend appointments and activities for social interaction and skill development
- Complete daily case notes, admin tasks, and incident reports

***Skills and Requirements**
- Current NSW Driver’s Licence
- A willingness and ability to drive outside of Wagga, including to other towns, is mandatory for this role.
- Current First Aid & CPR Certificate
- A paid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- A National Disability Insurance Scheme Workers Check (NDSWC)
- Willingness to provide consent to be listed on the Residential Care Workers Register (RCWR) Qualifications in Disability Services, Community Services or Individual Support highly regarded but not essential

**About Us**
Westhaven is and will continue to be the provider of choice for disability support services and accommodation across regional NSW. Westhaven provides client-centric, high-quality programs and activities that provide whole-of-life support for people with disability, including offering houses that are homes, enabling choice and control and supporting clients to live life the way they choose.
Westhaven is a not-for-profit, inclusive workplace that values diversity and difference. Click the link to view a day in the life of a Westhaven Support Worker.

**About applying**
Don't miss this opportunity to make a lasting impact Please complete the screening questions, submit your CV and cover letter today and be a part of our vibrant team.

**We encourage diversity and inclusion**

**Applications close: 13th March 2025

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