Expression of Interest: Support Worker Roles | Illawarra Region
Aruma
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Aruma Illawarra is seeking compassionate Support Workers to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities through tailored care and advocacy. You will work across a 24/7 roster, including sleepovers or active night shifts, delivering person-centred support and promoting independence.
Join a values-driven team that champions BRAVE behaviours and inclusive practices while delivering high-quality services and building meaningful community connections.
Qualifications
- Excellent communication skills with diverse clients and teams.
- Empathetic, compassionate, and able to build trusting relationships.
- Willingness to work across a 24/7 roster including sleepovers and night shifts.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality support services to clients with disabilities.
- Assist with daily living activities, mobility, and skill development.
- Promote community integration and social/recreational participation.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement individualised support plans.
- Encourage independence and support clients to meet personal goals.
- Advocate for rights and needs of individuals with disabilities.
Skills
Job description
At Aruma, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity. Our mission is to defend human rights and create a world where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. We're committed to building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity.
At Aruma, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusivity. Our mission is to defend human rights and create a world where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. We're committed to building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of humanity.
People love to work at Aruma because they get the satisfaction of knowing they are Supporting people to live a great life, the life they want, the life they choose. Aruma is BRAVE. That's what makes us a trailblazer, being part of our team means you need to meet our BRAVE behaviours (Bold, Respectful, Authentic, Value Teamwork, Excellent).
We are seeking highly motivated and compassionate Support Workers to join our team. As a Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing personalised care and support tailored to their unique needs and goals. Your dedication and commitment will contribute significantly to creating a more inclusive and compassionate society.
- Delivering high-quality support services to customers with disabilities.
- Assisting clients in their daily living activities, such as personal care, mobility, and skill development.
- Promoting community integration and supporting clients in accessing social and recreational activities.
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualised support plans.
- Encouraging independence and empowering clients to achieve their personal goals.
- Advocating for the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities.
- Salary Packaging: Access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 for living expenses and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses each year tax free.
- Fitness Passport: Access to subsidised Gym membership
- Employee Assistance Program: Free confidential service including Money Assist, Legal Assist, Family Assist and Nutrition/Lifestyle Assist.
- Discounted Health Insurance: Access to a range of discounted health and wellness services through Bupa.
- Recognition & Rewards: Recognition for your hard work through BRAVE Reviews and our annual BRAVE Awards night
- Job Satisfaction: Through making a real difference in peoples’ lives within a values-driven organisation.
- Current Drivers Licence and First Aid & CPR Certificate.
- Availability to work across 24/7 roster including sleepover and/or active night shifts.
- Passionate about human rights and creating positive change.
- Empathetic and compassionate, with a keen understanding of diverse experiences.
- Excellent communication skills to be the voice that resonates with others.
- Enthusiastic team player, eager to collaborate and inspire.
- Hold current or willingness to obtain relevant regulatory requirements including a NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Candidates with a disability are encouraged to apply! Your valuable insights will enrich our advocacy efforts and foster a more inclusive world.
At Aruma, we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are focused on creating an inclusive, high-performing workplace.
We review applications as they come in and move quickly to interview great candidates, so we encourage you to apply early. While we include an indicative closing date, roles may close sooner if we find the right person. Applications received later in the process may not progress. If you’re unsuccessful and would value feedback, please feel welcome to reach out to our Talent team.
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