Disability Support & Community Access Specialist

Kerima Care; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kerima Care seeks an experienced Community Worker to support participants with disability in accessing community life and achieving personal goals. You will follow individual plans and risk assessments, promoting independence and informed decision-making.

You will maintain confidential records, collaborate with families and professionals, and participate in training. A suitable qualification and one year of experience are preferred for this role in Sydney’s service environment.

Formación

• Associate degree, advanced diploma, diploma or equivalent in relevant field.
• At least one year full-time experience in the relevant field (or more).
• Interest in supporting people with disability to participate in community life and achieve personal goals.
• Clear communication, active listening and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow support plans, procedures, instructions and reporting requirements accurately.
• Sound judgement, reliability, patience, initiative and the ability to respond calmly to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries and a participant-centred approach.
• Relevant experience or qualifications in community services, disability, individual support or a related field are desirable; any mandatory role-specific requirements must be verified before appointment.

Responsabilidades

• Support participants to access community activities, appointments, social groups, recreation, education, volunteering and other agreed activities.
• Promote participant choice, control, privacy, dignity, cultural safety, communication preferences and informed decision-making.
• Encourage independence and skill development rather than unnecessarily completing tasks on a participant's behalf.
• Follow individual support plans, goals, communication plans, positive behaviour support plans and risk-management instructions relevant to the shift.
• Assist with agreed daily-living and community-access tasks within the worker's training, role boundaries and the participant's plan.
• Provide transport or accompany participants during outings only where authorised, appropriately licensed, insured and consistent with organisational procedures.
• Observe and report changes in wellbeing, presentation, support needs or environmental risks to the appropriate supervisor.
• Complete accurate, timely case notes, progress notes, attendance records, activity records and other required documentation.
• Recognise, respond to and promptly report incidents, injuries, hazards, allegations, safeguarding concerns and suspected abuse or neglect in line with policy and legal requirements.
• Maintain professional boundaries and protect participant information and confidentiality.
• Work collaboratively with participants, families, nominees, colleagues and allied health or other professionals where authorised and appropriate.
• Attend required training, supervision, team meetings and performance reviews.
• Follow work health and safety procedures, infection prevention and control practices, emergency procedures and manual-handling guidance.
• Perform other reasonable duties consistent with the position, competence and applicable employment requirements.

Conocimientos

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Risk awareness

Educación

Associate degree or diploma in relevant field

Descripción del empleo

Kerima Care seeks an experienced Community Worker to support participants with disability in accessing community life and achieving personal goals. You will follow individual plans and risk assessments, promoting independence and informed decision-making.

You will maintain confidential records, collaborate with families and professionals, and participate in training. A suitable qualification and one year of experience are preferred for this role in Sydney’s service environment.