Allcare Community Support Victoria focuses on people who have been diagnosed with a disability, who are NDIS eligible, and who are in need of support. Allcare has two specialist streams. The first includes young people between the ages of 7 to 25 and the second, in the 25 plus age range.

We are looking for talented and experienced people to join a solid team who can work in the Western suburbs of Melbourne and in other areas of the city. Are you self motivated do you have a high work ethic and are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference?

A summary of the position follows;

• Supporting the independence and social participation of a person with a disability.
• Providing support across a full range of daily activities which may include social support, days out, domestic assistance and meal preparation.
• Encouraging the participant to reach their potential and pursue their goals through exercising choice and control and the planning and delivery of their supports.
• Encouraging positive and socially appropriate behaviour, and effectively managing challenging behaviour.
• Respecting the person's dignity and right to privacy.
• Maintaining positive relationships with parent/guardians and respecting their confidentiality/privacy.
• Taking reasonable care to ensure that no risk of harm to self and others takes place in the workplace. This includes immediately reporting any incidents, near miss, hazards and injuries.
• Responding to crisis within specified guidelines and seeking assistance to situations outside of specified guidelines.
• Completing case notes at the end of every shift or reports as necessary.

Summary of Key Selection Criteria

• Experience in a similar role is highly desirable.
• Minimum of Certificate IV /Diploma in Youth Work, Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability/personal care, and 12 months plus experience preferred.
• Current Level 2 First aid HLTAID003 and CPR certification and other compliance documentation will be required.
• Ability to think laterally and manage challenging situations to achieve positive outcomes.
• Ability to work independently.
• A high level of customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Time Commitment

Available to work after school hours and/or on a weekend day. This is a guideline only and could differ depending on client requirements.

We look forward to receiving your application.