
Organisation : New Horizons
Location : NSW Regional (Bathurst)
Work type : Casual/Vacation
Sector : Community Support Services
Salary type : Hourly
Application closing date : 13 Sep, 2019
About the organisation
New Horizons is a great place to work and grow. Many of our casual staff join our full time and part time teams! Our people don’t just work with us because they have the skills and experience to do the job. To work with us you have a positive, authentic, inclusive personality which you bring to work with you every day.
About the role
“Being Male (sex) is a genuine occupation requirement of the role, as the role involves the delivery of personal welfare services to vulnerable Males within their residence. As such, and pursuant to Part 3 s. 31(2)(h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 No 48 (NSW) application for this role is only open to individuals who are Male (sex)”
We have a casual Support Worker opportunity available in our Bathurst location.
You will need to be available to work flexible shifts that may include a combination of mornings, evenings and weekends.
Based in Bathurst, you will report to the Team Leader.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Providing a person centred approach to help customers achieve their goals and aspirations
- Contributing information for the development of Customer support plans
- Providing support to customers with personal care, living skills, transport, social activities, medication and other support as required
- Keeping customer records up to date on a daily basis using on line systems
- Developing and maintain professional relationships and networks with customers, families, caregivers and key stakeholders
- With support & guidance from the Team Leaders, to seek out innovative ways to enhance the customer journey
- Managing some challenging behaviours
You’ll also need:
- Technical literacy with proven ability to use Microsoft Office and systems for reporting
- Minimum certificate level qualification or equivalent industry experience
- Valid NSW Drivers C class licence
- Willingness to obtain an Australian Federal Police Check, WWCC, and first aid certificate that meet New Horizons employment criteria prior to commencing with us
Rewards and Recognition:
If you’re looking for somewhere to pursue your passion, apply your initiative and make a difference you could benefit from:
- Internal and external learning and development opportunities
- Supportive corporate culture and working environment
- Employee Assistance Program providing counselling services
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Support Worker (casual) - Bathurst via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Community_Support_Services