Organisation : Participate Australia
Location : Sydney (Croydon)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Disabilities
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 15 Apr, 2018
About the organisation
About the role
The Role
We are seeking an experienced person to support individuals with flexible funding packages as well as supporting other projects. This position reports to the Assistant Manager, Support and will work within a diverse team of professionals.
Do your strengths lie in customer service, communication and meeting the needs of the individuals in the community?
Are you motivated by liaising with people from a diverse range of backgrounds and developing strategies on how to best support them?
Are your skills in working one to one with individuals and their families to develop, implement and review individual support plans?
Do you have a sound knowledge of person-centred practices, including taking a holistic approach to supporting an individual and their family to address needs, wants, dignity of risk and wellbeing?
If your answer is yes to the above, then we would love to hear from you!
Selection Criteria:
Essential
A sound understanding of person centred approaches and person centred planning
A willingness to work cooperatively and positively with Management, Coordination and Support Worker team
Demonstration of excellent time management skills, the ability to meet deadlines and multitask
Demonstration of strong leadership with both Coordination team and Support Work team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated high level of problem solving skills, use initiative and work with minimal supervision
Excellent customer service skills
Sound knowledge of MS Office products
A strong commitment to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and their families, and
A current NSW driver’s license, access to a vehicle and the ability to drive to offsite meetings and other relevant functions as requested.
Desirable
Minimum of 12 months experience in a similar role
Knowledge of the NDIS
Knowledge of the Inner West area of Sydney and services for people with a disability
A generous salary packaging option can be offer as a part of the total remuneration.
To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: SUPPORT FACILITATOR via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Disabilities
