Are you looking for an exciting new job opportunity!?

Adventure Team is seeking new Disability Support Workers / Mentors to join our growing team in Newcastle. We are advertising for multiple casual support roles with availability to start in the next few weeks. Unconventional experience welcome!

About Us

Since forming in 2019, we’ve grown from a team of 2 on the Gold Coast in Queensland to many, and we are in the process of expanding our services in New South Wales. We are a disability support company, helping people living with disability through providing mentoring and respite services.

As a team we are strongly driven to help others and offer personalised services centred around pushing boundaries, building hobbies and routine, and encouraging adventure.

About the Opportunity

We are currently seeking applications for multiple mentors to support our clients in the Newcastle region. Positions are flexible casual roles offering a competitive weekday rate of $38.20 p/h (+ super) once probation has been completed.

We provide a fun and flexible environment where no two days are the same. Adventure is at the heart of who we are and we love to operate outdoors and encourage our clients to discover their own passions and interests.

As a mentor, you will be supporting our clients with daily living and community access, as well as occasional overnight respite and weekends away. We provide support in a variety of settings covering a broad range of needs and we work to ensure we match you, your interests, availability and skillset to the right person.

People are at the heart of our success and work. We are looking for reliable and motivated individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of others.

Requirements

• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain before commencing work
• Working with Children Card (Blue Card)
• Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate
• Current, non-restricted open drivers licence or non-restricted provisional licence
• Roadworthy, registered and fully comprehensive insured vehicle

Key Selection Criteria

• Alignment with our holistic approach to services, built on a love for the outdoors, adventure and being active.
• Ability to multi-task and problem-solve effectively under high stress situations
• High level of interpersonal skills (written and verbal) with the ability to communicate in a professional and compassionate manner with clients from a wide range of backgrounds
• Ability to work autonomously, use your own initiative and be both proactive and adaptable

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive above award rate for weekdays, plus additional penalty rates for weekends and public holidays
• A supportive and positive team with ongoing one-on-one training and mentoring provided

Any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us on 0400 758 282.