Community Support Worker

Labour Support Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pride Disability Services Pty Ltd, a Melbourne-based NDIS registered provider, delivers personalised care and support to participants with disability. The role is full-time and based in Melbourne, VIC, offering a salary ranging from AUD 75,000 to 85,000 plus superannuation depending on experience.

As a Community Support Worker, you will assess needs, develop tailored programs, and collaborate with families and agencies to promote access to essential services.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Community Services or related field.
• At least 12 months relevant work experience as a Community Worker or in a similar role.
• Experience in case management, report preparation, and NDIS documentation.
• Experience with vulnerable individuals, or culturally diverse communities.
• Experience with mental and emotional disturbances and developmental disability.
• Experience with government agencies, non-profits, and service providers.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Working with Children Check.
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
• Minimum two professional references.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients' needs and develop individualised support programs.
• Interview clients to understand their challenges and strengths.
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate community-based programs, workshops, and activities.
• Monitor client progress and prepare progress reports.
• Refer clients to external agencies for specialised assistance when required.
• Assess community needs and identify resources in health, housing, employment, and training.
• Build partnerships with community groups, welfare agencies, government bodies, and local businesses to promote awareness of services.
• Support families and provide education and care for children, young people, and adults in community-based programs.
• Assist young people to address social, emotional, and financial challenges.
• Prepare reports, funding submissions, and documentation to support service delivery.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Interviewing clients

Education

Certificate IV in Community Services

First Aid Certificates (HLTAID003/HLTAID004)

CPR Certificate (HLTAID001)

Working with Children Check

NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

AFP Police Check

Job description

The Client

Pride Disability Services Pty Ltd is a NDIS Registered provider. They provide individualised care and support to their participants with disability mainly in Melbourne.

The Client

Pride Disability Services Pty Ltd is a NDIS Registered provider. They provide individualised care and support to their participants with disability mainly in Melbourne.

As the demand for such disability care services grows in the region, they seek a passionate and qualified Community Support Worker to join their team.

The Role

This is for a full-time basis with an annual salary set at $75,000 to $85,000, depending on experience plus superannuation. The role will be based in Melbourne in VIC.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients' needs and develop individualised support programs.
• Interview clients to understand their challenges and strengths.
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate community-based programs, workshops, and activities.
• Monitor client progress and prepare progress reports.
• Refer clients to external agencies for specialised assistance when required.
• Assess community needs and identify available resources in areas such as health, housing, employment, and training.
• Build partnerships with community groups, welfare agencies, government bodies, and local businesses to promote awareness of services.
• Support families and provide education and care for children, young people, and adults in community-based programs.
• Assist young people to address social, emotional, and financial challenges.
• Prepare reports, funding submissions, and documentation to support service delivery.

Requirements

In order to be shortlisted for this position, the right candidate needs to have:

• Minimum Certificate IV in Community Services or related field
• Minimum 12 months relevant work experience as a Community Worker or in a similar community services role
• Minimum 12 months relevant work experience of case management, report preparation, and submission processes including NDIS documentation
• Minimum 12 months demonstrated experience working with vulnerable individuals, people with disabilities, or culturally diverse communities
• Minimum 12 months of experience dealing with mental and emotional disturbances and developmental disability
• Minimum 12 months of experience working with government agencies, non-profits, and other service providers
• Have a current or be willing to obtain a First Aid (HLTAID003 or HLTAID004) and CPR (HLTAID001) certificate
• Current Working with Children Check
• Current AFP Police Check
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• Minimum two professional references from previous employers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills