Description:
Do you have a passion to support people with people with disabilities to develop skills and access community-based opportunities?
Are you looking to progress in your career as Support Worker and seeking career development?
Do you share our values of Integrity, Connectedness, Individuality and Courage?
We’re currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our growing organisation and provide support across two services in both Dandenong and Springvale!
About the role:
As a Support Worker you will be responsible for the provision of high quality, professional and individualised supports for participants. As well as providing direct support to participants and facilitating group activities, other duties will include:
- Supporting staff, students and volunteers to provide meaningful outcomes for participants and ensure services are delivered in accordance with all relevant policies, procedures and legislation;
- Assisting the Service Coordinator where needed, with the day-to-day coordination of the site to ensure continuity of service delivery for participants and carers, including developing activity timetable, rostering of staff, activity sign offs on Supportability and general administration duties;
- In the absence of Service Coordinator, be the first point of contact for staff/participants and families and problem solve any issues that arise;
What we can offer:
- In addition to be able to offer a dynamic and lively environment in which every day is different, we are also able to provide the following perks:
- Rewarding work where you can make a difference
- Knowledgeable and supportive leadership and team
- Salary Packaging Opportunities – Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free, with additional meal and entertainment expenses covered
- Leave Loading of 17.5%
- Birthday Leave and Paid Parental Leave available
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Career development opportunities
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Paid Parental Leave
Key Selection Criteria:
- Certificate IV in Disability or a social service/health related course is essential.
- Current First Aid, CPR and Manual Handling certificates.
- At least two years’ experience and working with people with a disability and providing support.
- Demonstrated ability to support participants in their ability to maintain their wellbeing, independence and personal goals and outcomes.
- Flexibility and adaptability are critical in this role.
- A well-developed ability to problem solve, think creatively and work safely.
- Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated experience in leading a team.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Good computer literacy skills, including the use of MS Office, Client Management Systems, and other applications.
- Being passionate about helping people and providing support!
- Current and valid Victorian driver’s license.
How to apply:
The Bridge is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.
Appointment to the position is subject to obtaining and maintaining a satisfactory NDIS Worker Screening Check and two satisfactory reference checks. This role is only available to those who hold the right to work in Australia.
If you meet the key selection criteria and are interested in the position, please follow the link below to submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience and skill set!
The opportunity to apply will close as of close of business Friday 28th March 2025. Interviews may commence prior therefore we encourage early applications.
Additional questions can be addressed to People and Capability Partner Poonam Chand via the following contact details –
E: hrhelpdesk@thebridgeinc.org.au P: 03 8710 8541
The Bridge Connects is a service of The Bridge Inc. Reg. A0033971H