• Build strong connections with people with disability to provide quality support and achieve positive outcomes
• Hourly Rate: $30.46 - $33.23 + 25% loading for casuals (plus shift penalties where applicable)
• Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging options available for all staff (up to $15,900/pa)

Locations

Opportunities: Currently recruiting for a casual in the Hornsby region to primarily work in two of our Shared Independent Living (SIL) houses located in Turramurra & Hornsby Heights. SIL works on a 24/7 roster with Sleepover or Active night shifts available.

Who are we?

At Unisson, we believe human connection is the key to delivering a high standard of customer service to the people we support. Our aim is to empower people with disability to live life the way they choose! The support we provide is what we do, the connection we create is HOW we do it. If you are driven to make a difference in someone's life, then this role is for you!

What we offer

At Unisson we offer a range of incentives and benefits to our valued employees in recognition of the great work they do. These include:

• We have lots of opportunities for Individualised Training and Development
• Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging options available (up to $15,900/pa)
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5%
• Wellbeing Leave and options to cash out Annual Leave
• Incentives when you attract other employees to Unisson (Employee Referral Program)
• Access to professional counselling service (Employee Assistance Program)
• Discounted health cover

Role Responsibilities:

• Have a valued role in the daily operation of services that provide life skill development, social inclusion, and vocational opportunities for people with a disability.
• Providing support in accordance with participants individualised plans and promote good health and well-being.
• Some roles may involve support and assistance with daily living tasks, including personal care.
• Ability to follow health and personal care plans, including positive behaviour support plans.
• Advocate for client choice and control in a way that is safe and best practice.
• Providing opportunities for skill development and inclusion in their communities.

Skills and Experience:

• Prior experience working with people with disabilities or in a similar role would be highly regarded
• Certificate III and/or IV in Disability and prior experience is recommended but not required
• Willingness to drive a Unisson vehicle
• Has a passion for supporting people to live their best life
• Takes a strengths-based approach and sees possibilities with people
• Is creative and proactive in identifying and responding to change
• Must be available to work different rostered shifts, weekends, evening shifts and split shifts

How to apply:

Please attach your updated resume.

Unisson Disability is a person-centred organisation. We believe that every person has a story. This applies not only to the people we support, but also to our approach to the people we employ. With a continuous focus on team building, leadership coaching and ongoing training, we seek to create a working environment that's unified with our core purpose: promoting everyone's ability to live a great life. Our promise to our team members is that we will help you develop your personal strengths and grow in your role.

All staff are required to hold an NSW Driver's License (P2/Full), a First Aid Certificate (or be willing to apply for one), and a current Working with Children's Check (if required).

As we work with vulnerable people, the successful candidate will also be required to undergo an NDIS Worker Screening Check and

provide evidence of 3doses of the Covid-19 vaccination.