• Exciting Casual position in Toowoomba
• SCHADS 2.2B ($41.53 per hour) + Penalty Rates + 11% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + 17.5% leave loading
• Access to ongoing support and training/developmental opportunities

Support and empower young people to develop their skills to live an active life independently and as part of their community.

About You:

You’re a passionate, empathetic and caring individual who is looking to make an invaluable positive impact on the lives of others. You relish a challenge and new experience. You’re calm, collected and resilient in the face of adversity and are looking to carry these qualities with you to the front line to start helping those in need. You are an independent, proactive thinker and worker but are also able to follow direction/s given by your managers and can work within a tight-knit team. If this is you, you’re in luck: we have the perfect opportunity for you to do all of these things – right here, with us.

The Support Worker will be required to travel to various locations to deliver services. The role will undertake various support item delivery in accordance with the participants NDIS plan. Support categories include; assistance with daily life, transport, assistance with social and community participation, improved daily living skills etc.

Please click here to download a copy of position description relating to this role.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting participants with personal care
• Domestic and daily living support
• Transporting participants
• Meal preparation and shopping assistance
• Promoting independent living, community participation and social inclusion

What you require:

• Availability to cover a range of shifts including sleepovers, weekends and more than 1 shift per day is highly desirable
• The ability to empower others and work effectively with young people
• High level of organisation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Can do attitude and problem-solving skills
• A current valid Driver’s Licence and a registered vehicle (including insurance)
• Satisfactory Police Records Check [less than 12 months old] 
• Blue and Yellow Cards – CURRENT or willing to obtain before commencement
• Certificate of Completion – NDIS Worker Orientation Module https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/training-course
• Preferred Minimum Certificate lll in Disability, Mental Health, Individual Support, Home and Community Care or other related fields but not essential
• Evidence of your full COVID19 Vaccination including Booster or medical exemption.

Why us?

Our Values: Honesty, Acceptance, Fairness, Commitment, Participation

Wellways Australia is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to ensuring all Australians lead active and fulfilling lives in their community. We work with individuals, families and the community to help them imagine and achieve better lives. We advocate for change to make sure people can access the best possible care and information when they need it. We provide a wide range of services and assistance for people with mental health issues, disabilities, youth and older Australians and those requiring community care.

Wellways is classified as a public benevolent institution, allowing us to offer salary packaging benefits that can increase take home pay. This means you can spend a portion of your pre-tax salary on rent, mortgage repayments, dining out and car leasing. Here at Wellways we are an equal opportunity employer who offers professional training and development. People with lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds bring highly valued skills to our workforce and are encouraged to apply.
 

How to Apply

Here’s your chance to do great things. Don’t let it slip by – apply now by visiting our careers page (wellways.org/careers-wellways).

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact

Brianna Francis | 0456641762

Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30pm

The health and safety of Wellways participants and employees is our highest priority and all Wellways roles require mandatory COVID vaccinations. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination or valid medical exemption prior to commencement.

“Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with lived experience are encouraged to apply”

Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people.All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment.

Job Description Summary
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

Applications Close
17/08/2023