Community Support Worker

**Greener Grass**

**Community Support Worker**

**About Client: -**

Our client, Diversity Australia Disability Services Pty Ltd dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive community for individuals with disabilities. It offers a comprehensive range of services encompassing daily tasks, shared living, travel assistance, household chores, innovative community programs, specialized disability services, high-level personal activity assistance, life skills development, community engagement, therapeutic support, and group centre activities.

**Looking for: -**

**Roles and Responsibilities: -**
- Ensuring effective and efficient delivery of services by coordinating support plans, schedules, and resources, while maintaining a client-focused approach.
- Conducting comprehensive assessments of clients' needs and abilities and developing programs and policies.
- Developing individualized service plans in collaboration with clients and their families.
- Conducting thorough interviews to gain a comprehensive understanding and assess the nature and scope of the challenges faced by the clients.
- Coordinating and facilitating access to a range of support services, including healthcare, welfare, housing, education, employment, and community resources.
- Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure they receive appropriate and timely services.
- Foster partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and community groups to create inclusive opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
- Providing guidance on budgeting and financial management, while assisting clients in accessing financial assistance programs.
- Organizing and collaborating with community groups, welfare agencies, government entities to address community issues.
- Referring clients to relevant agencies or organizations capable of offering additional assistance and support.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records, and regularly monitoring clients' progress to ensure effectiveness of programs implemented.
- Prepare regular reports on service delivery, outcomes, and challenges.
- Providing guidance and assisting families and delivering educational and caregiving services for children and individuals with disabilities.
- Assisting young people in resolving social, emotional and financial problems to support their overall development.
- Preparing proposals for funding and resources, and compiling reports for government bodies and various agencies.
- Demonstrating cultural sensitivity and competence while working with clients from diverse backgrounds, addressing their unique cultural needs.

**Skills and Attributes: -**
- Diploma, Advance diploma or Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Minimum 1-2 years’ experience working in community services or a similar field.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies related to community services.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with clients, families, and a multidisciplinary team.
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to promoting the rights and well-being of individuals with disabilities.

**Job Type & Salary: -**
- This is a full-time permanent job.
- The base salary will be AUD 75,000- AUD 80,000 plus superannuation.

**Working Hours: -**
- Availability to work during evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

To apply, please send your updated resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person