Person-Centred Disability Employment Specialist

HELP Enterprises Limited; Ipswich City; Hybrid; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Meal & entertainment allowance

Work-life balance

Service Award Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

HELP Enterprises Limited in West Ipswich is seeking a dedicated Employment Support Worker to assist people with disability in securing and sustaining meaningful employment. You will collaborate with employees, families, and the Employment Coach to implement personalised support plans and help individuals reach their goals.

The role emphasizes person-centred practice, daily check-ins, and ongoing communication with the team to ensure tailored, effective support.

Qualifications

• Capable of supporting people to make choices and decisions to achieve personal goals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Flexible in approach to changing priorities.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Knowledge of the National Disability Industry Standards.
• Proficiency with computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Foster person-centred practice with supported employees, families, and guardians.
• Participate in daily check-ins to implement the daily support plan.
• Deliver supports per each individual's plan and goals.
• Help supported employees maintain focus, build skills, and increase workplace productivity.
• Communicate changes in needs to leaders for timely adjustments.
• Maintain accurate records of progress and supports provided.

Skills

Person-centred support

Relationship building

Independence

Adaptability

Organisational skills

Disability sector standards

Computer literacy

Job description

HELP Enterprises Limited in West Ipswich is seeking a dedicated Employment Support Worker to assist people with disability in securing and sustaining meaningful employment. You will collaborate with employees, families, and the Employment Coach to implement personalised support plans and help individuals reach their goals.

The role emphasizes person-centred practice, daily check-ins, and ongoing communication with the team to ensure tailored, effective support.