Social Support Services Worker

**Position Title**:Social Support Worker - Social Support & Wellbeing Programs

**Employment Type**:Ongoing part-time 12 hours per fortnight

**Award**:Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025

**Role description**

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of older adults, individuals with disabilities, and their families? Are you skilled at developing engaging activity programs and fostering a supportive community environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Social Support Worker at Dhelkaya Health.

As a Social Support Worker, you will play a vital role in facilitating our Social Support programs, providing essential services to frail, aged, or permanently disabled individuals and their carers. You will collaborate with a passionate team to design and implement diverse activities aimed at promoting wellness, reablement, and community participation. From gentle physical activity and exercise groups, engaging centre-based activities, opportunities for celebration, to social interaction and fun and varied community outings, your creativity and dedication will help empower our participants to live fulfilling lives.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Plan and facilitate diverse activity programs tailored to meet the needs and interests of our participants including the delivery of the Out & Out Club which takes place between 4pm - 10pm at least once p/week
- Provide advocacy, support, and information to empower individuals and their families to access relevant services and resources.
- Collaborate with team members and external stakeholders to ensure holistic and coordinated care for our participants.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with organizational policies and funding requirements.
- Uphold Dhelkaya Health's values of integrity, compassion, and respect in all aspects of your work

As a valued member of our Social Support & Wellbeing Team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the well-being and quality of life of our diverse community of participants - this is a dynamic role where every day is a chance to make a positive impact on people's lives.

**About you**

What We're Looking For:

- Experience undertaking group activity programs, especially with older adults and individuals with disabilities.
- Strong consultation, planning, and facilitation skills to create meaningful and engaging activity programs.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team

This position requires a Certificate III in Aged Care or Disability Services, demonstrated experience in supporting aged and frail or disabled individuals, ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, and proficiency in providing recreational and support services in a group setting. A valid driver's license is also an essential requirement for this role.

**_Please refer to the relevant attached position description and address the key selection criteria on your cover letter when applying. _**

**Culture and Benefits**

Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.

From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:

- **Stress-free parking**:at no-cost close to your place of work.
- **Salary packaging**:to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
- **Healthy and active lifestyle**: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passport**membership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
- **Health and wellbeing**: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
- **Building meaningful connections**: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyon