Position: Direct Support Professional
- Supporting special people to achieve their goals
- Unique project working within the arts environment
- Creative environment
- Casual up to 4 days per week
- Weekdays only
- Not for profit salary packaging
- School working hours
- Child care and after hours’ school care assistance on site
- Career advancement opportunity
About Us
We are a dynamic, values driven organisation that employs and supports people with disabilities and disadvantages. We are also passionate about creating social and employment opportunities for the people whom we support.
About this role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative individual to initially care for one very special young person with daily business and social activities to help build their confidence and enjoyment of every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and facilitate personal care plans
- Provide direct support of the individuals in care and help achieve their goals
- Document the day’s activities and other administrative tasks
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Experience in working with people with Autism an advantage
- Experience in the disability sector would be highly desirable
- Experience working with complex support needs
- Experience in implementing behaviour support plans
- Proactive approach to supporting individuals with special needs
- Effective oral and written communication
- Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to complete certification
- Criminal History Police Check / Working With Children Check – Current and/or wiliness to undergo check
- Current Driver’s license valid in Australia
- Own vehicle for use of work purposes
What we offer
You will be joining a highly respected organisation with career development opportunities plus ongoing training and support. As a not for profit organisation you will be entitled to a proportion of tax free salary packaging effectively increasing your take home pay.