About Us

Established in 1954, IDV is a not for profit community service organisation in the Northern metropolitan region dedicated to delivering support services to people with disabilities.

We support over 150 people with a disability to realise and achieve their goals and aspirations with a strong emphasis on community.

Our objective is to work with our community partners, to deliver sustainable and meaningful opportunities for people with disabilities.

Services we provide include:

• Youth Transition - Step by Step Program
• Group Based Programs - Life skills and recreation
• Community Support – 1:1, social groups and holidays
• Accommodation - Residential support
• Employment Pathways – Aurora Products

IDV... your goals, are our goals.

Key responsibilities of the Employment Support Officer

Work collaboratively with the Manager and Supervisors to collect and submit documenting evidence related to employment outcomes to be a sustainable and viable social enterprise.

• Mentoring supported employees while understanding and developing individual capabilities that work towards clearly defined outcomes
• Ensure efficient scheduling, planning and resource management is available
• Support the Manager with existing and new business opportunities

About You

You will have a a real drive and passion of working with people and helping them achieve their personal goals

The successful candidate will also need to demonstrate the following key selection criteria.

• Understanding of the NDIS operating framework and relevant Acts, Regulations, and sector best practice
• Demonstrated competency in supported employment or community-based employment support for people with high and ongoing support needs
• Understanding of goal and objective setting in relation to identified participant needs
• Sound understanding of Employment pathways
• Experience in production/retail management is desirable
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to adapt style to suit audience
• The ability to build relationships with people quickly

Your genuine and empathetic approach with a natural ability to lead and get the best out of people will be imperative to the ongoing success of IDV and the role.

What we Offer

• Competitive remuneration package + option to access salary packaging
• Supportive working environment with flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to create real change within the scope of the role

Prerequisites

• Current Driver’s License
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module
• Eligibility to work in Australia
• Satisfactory Police Check
• Full COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Certificate
• Certificate IV in Disability Services/Community Services or other relevant formal education