About us:

At Gateways, we all have one thing in common: the passion to support people with a disability and make every day better. The Gateways Support Services vision is to provide support for children and adults with a disability and their families to maximise their quality of life. We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join the friendly, supportive and positive team in Warrnambool.

What’s in it for you?

• Ongoing training opportunities
• Collaborating with a supportive, caring, and passionate team
• Accessible and approachable management
• Extensive training opportunities, including positive behavioural support and ethical response.
• 2-day induction program

About the role:

Reporting to the Team Leader, Getaway House, you will be responsible for providing support for children with disabilities in areas such as personal care, health and well-being, accessing the local community, learning independent living skills and implementation of all support plans.

You will create and maintain an environment that empowers children and young people with disabilities and ensure their health and safety, as well as plan meals/menus in accordance with food safety guidelines to meet nutritional, cultural and religious needs. You will also participate and cooperate with the Respite Coordinator in consultative processes to improve health and safety.

What you will need to start with us:

Do you have a strong dedication to helping individuals lead fulfilling lives, excellent problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and a keen desire to be a part of and enhance a positive workplace atmosphere? If so, we encourage you to get in touch with us!

This is an entry level position, so experience is not required! Please note that the following compliance documents are required if successful for the role:

• Current Australian Driver's License.
• Current First Aid and CPR.
• NDIS screening clearance - or willing to obtain.
• Working With Children Check (Employee).
• Qualification in Disability, Community Services, Social Work or equivalent (desirable)

For more information, please refer to the Position Description available via [email protected], using the subject line: Respite Support Worker - Warrnambool enquiry via EthicalJobs. When applying online, please provide all of the following documents so that we can consider your application for this role:

• Resume (including the details of 2x professional referees)
• Cover Letter

Shortlisted applicants will also be required to undertake the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission online Worker Orientation training module called ‘Quality, Safety and You’ prior to attending induction. This is a pre-employment requirement and if not completed, employment will not proceed.

Gateways welcome applications from all diverse backgrounds including individuals that identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+, and individuals with disabilities or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.