We're Hiring - Day Program Disability Support Workers (Permanent Roles)

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in your community?  ConnectGV are looking for people with diverse life experiences, practical skills, or a background in disability, education or social support to join our Day Program team.  Help adults with disabilities enjoy meaningful, social, and engaging days through activities that build independence, skills, and with a fun and energetic approach.

About the Role:

As a Disability Support Worker, you’ll work in a group-based day program that supports adults with intellectual disabilities to participate in meaningful learning and recreational activities.  Whether you’re supporting people to enhance their cooking skills, running an art program, supporting social outings, or facilitating social connections between participants this role will encompass all these areas.

You’ll be part of a supportive team that implements our values of Respect, Inclusion, Collaboration, Integrity and Excellence in everything we do.

Who We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for people with experience in supporting people in group activities to build their independence and skills.

You might be:

• A person with experience in the disability sector or someone who’s new to the sector but passionate about helping others
• A tradie, artist, cook, gardener, or someone with a skill to share
• A teacher (or former teacher), youth or social worker, or from a community or health services background.

What matters most is that you:

• Respect and value each person as an individual
• Communicate well and build positive, inclusive relationships
• Are flexible, reliable and enjoy working collaboratively
• Believe in the rights of people with disability to lead full and meaningful lives
• Advocate for rights of people with a disability.

 Requirements:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Employee Working with Children check
• Police check
• Current First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)
• Driver’s licence
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module

Why Work With Us?

• Be part of a team that values Respect, Inclusion, Collaboration, Integrity and Excellence
• A workplace where your unique skills and passions are welcomed and appreciated
• Ongoing training, support, and opportunities to grow
• Make a genuine difference in people’s lives
• Benefit of salary packaging, working for a not-for-profit company

Next Steps:

For further information regarding the position, please contact Human Resources on 03 5821 2466 or by email at careers@connectgv.com.au.

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Please note - ConnectGV may choose to interview candidates prior to the application closing date.

ConnectGV is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.