If you are passionate about making a difference and have experience working in the Movement Disorder field we want to hear from you.

Join Fight Parkinson's, a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting and empowering individuals with Parkinson's and supporting research for effective therapies and treatments. We are seeking a talented Movement Disorder Support Worker to join our team.

Our values

The Parkinson's community is at the heart of everything that we do. Our work is done with our heads and hearts entwined to realise the best possibilities for their lives. We know that our community and their experience of Parkinson’s is unique, wide-ranging and ever-changing, and we seek to be inclusive of this diversity in all aspects of our work.

As leaders within the Parkinson's community in Australia, we have a deep understanding of the needs and challenges of people living with Parkinson’s, or Atypical Parkinson’s and their families. Our knowledge has been richly developed and curated. Through evidence and best practice, we are able to educate our community, driving their capacity for empowerment to self-manage and make informed choices.

We champion a learning culture of innovation and continual improvement. This culture of advancement allows us to provide the highest quality support and services to the Parkinson's community. It affects everything we do and is supported by our global connections, collaborations, and research partnerships.

We are committed to making a positive difference to all those living with Parkinson's or Atypical Parkinson’s (PSP, MSA, CBS). We are confident in our expertise, reputation, and ability to create systemic change. Our courage and leadership are inspired by our community, and they show us how

About the role

• Provision of accurate and appropriate information for people living with Parkinson’s; their families, carers, service providers and the wider community including face to face, telephone, and email.
• Provide online and in person Parkinson’s education sessions and contribute to multidisciplinary group programs including community Peer Support Groups.
• Contribute to the development and review of information/education resources for PLWP, carers, health professionals and students.
• Assist in the planning, preparation, delivery and promotion of community and health professional education seminars.
• Produce written materials regarding Parkinson’s designed for clients, service providers, and health professionals.
• Participate and deliver community awareness activities such as community seminars and education initiatives.
• Coordinate and chair Community of Practice

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Completed tertiary qualifications (to Bachelor’s level) in a health-related discipline) and registration with the relevant board within Australia.
• Experience in developing and delivering health related education to health care professionals and community.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience working with people living with chronic illness and their carers, and the complexity of issues associated with the disease..
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the functioning of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to provide person centred services to people living within the community including 1:1 support; secondary consultations; and group sessions.
• Current Victorian Driver’s licence and a willingness to drive to regional Victoria as part of duties.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to work autonomously under limited supervision, exercising sound professional judgement and seeking advice and consultation where appropriate.

hours of work

Office hours are 9am – 5pm Mon to Fri. Flexible working options including working from home. Some flexibility is required for occasional travel and weekend work.

Hours of work are negotiable 0.8 – 1 EFT

Application

The successful applicant will be required to undergo satisfactory pre-employment checks, including two professional referees and criminal records check.

Come on a journey with us and proactively contribute to a positive and professional work environment that fosters innovation, improvement and teamwork, within a passionate, mission driven team who keep our Parkinson’s community at the forefront.

For further information contact: [email protected], using the subject line: Movement Disorder Support Worker enquiry via EthicalJobs, or call us on 03 8809 0400.