Community Support Worker

11 hours ago

Bendigo Victoria Australia Amicus Community Services Limited Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year

COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKERS

Amicus Community Services is a not-for-profit organisation making a big difference in our community. We have been a part of Bendigo for over 35 years and provide support for people living with a disability in the Bendigo, Castlemaine, Maryborough, and surrounding areas.

We are continually growing and currently have an exciting opportunity for Community Support Workers to join our team. You will work as part of our caring and committed team to provide holistic support to participants to get the best from their plan, their community, and their lives.

Summary:

We are seeking dedicated Community Support Workers with experience in trauma-informed care to support our Targeted Care Packages Program which provides care for children living out of home.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals who speak Thai or are members of the Karen community to provide dedicated support to our Karen participants.

As a Community Support Worker, you'll be an integral part of our Service Delivery team, providing person-centred, high-quality support that empowers participants to reach their goals and live meaningful lives.

Role Requirements:


• Support participants to live independently and achieve their goals that are aligned with their NDIS plan, through one-on-one support.


• Assist with personal care, health care and domestic household duties, including mobility needs, cleaning, washing, shopping and meal preparation.


• Support young people in line with their Targeted Care Package goals, through a trauma informed lens.


• Availability for overnight shifts, including active nights, and sleepovers (desired).


• Willingness to travel to various locations around Bendigo and surrounding regions.


• Transport participants in a privately owned vehicle that is both registered and insured.


• Work across multiple worksites and/or relocate to other worksites (within reason) as required.


• Use of a compatible personal electronic device (Apple or Android) with access to the internet.


• An understanding of the disability/community services sector and person-centred support.


• Experience working with individuals with mental health and behaviours of concern (desired).


• Experience in child protection/residential care/working with young people (desired).

You Will Need:


• Qualification (Certificate III in Individual Support – Either completed, enrolled or willing to obtain) or relevant field.


• Valid driver's licence.


• Vehicle registration and car insurance.


• NDIS Worker Screening Check.


• Working with Children Check.


• Current First Aid and CPR certificate.


• NDIS Worker's Orientation Module – 'Quality Safety and You'.


• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (National Police Check).


• International Criminal History Check (If relevant).

This position is paid under the SCHADS Award starting at Level 2 and paid at a level in line with experience. Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 available including Meals and Entertainment benefits.

Screening and interviews may commence prior to closing date.

Amicus is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance of child abuse. Our vigorous recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interview process.

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