Come join a team of like-minded Support Workers as you support vulnerable members of the community in navigating through their day-to-day tasks and enforcing improved health and wellbeing.
Opportunity to join a leading provider of disability and mental health services Work in Warragul and Wonthaggi Casual positions Penalty rates + superannuation + salary packaging benefits Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity.
We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply.
Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we'd love to hear from you.
About The Opportunity We have an incredible opportunity for an experienced Support Worker to join a small supportive and inclusive team in providing quality support to our clients.
We offer carer support services, homeless outreach, and registered services through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
As a passionate Support Worker, you will be responsible for the delivery of services purchased through the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA).
You will use a person-centered approach to provide individual support and practical assistance to participants to assist them in achieving their goals identified under the participants' NDIA plan including the Support Categories that Wellways currently provides as a registered provider with the NDIS.
You will utilise your great problem-solving skills to take ownership of the role through advocating for clients to reach their full potential and eliminate any barriers to their success.
To be successful in this role Lived experience of Mental Health is beneficial Current valid Driver's License Current Motor Vehicle Insurance Current Working with Children Check Satisfactory National Police Records Check Right to Work within Australia NDIS Worker Screening clearance and Working With Children Check NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate Physically capable to deliver personal care to participants About Us Wellways connects people, strengthens families, and transforms communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing.
A leading for-purpose mental health and disability support organisation operating nationally, our services span mental health, disability, and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year!Working with a diverse range of people, Wellways creates an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.
What We Offer With an open-door policy, all feedback and ideas are welcome in our team.
In addition to training, constant support, and regular supervision, we offer a mentorship program to help you meet your goals.
We also offer: A purpose-driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Claire Graham on 0422613138 Once you apply, please click here for a copy of the position description Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people.
Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.
If you'd like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways Job Description Summary The Disability Support Worker offers carer support services and is responsible for the delivery of services purchased through the NDIA.
Culture We're passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging, and rewarding.
All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.
We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis, or labels.
We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities.
How To Apply This is your opportunity to join a values-based, growing, innovative, and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites.
Please select "Apply" below to complete your application.
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