• Grade: 6
• Weekly Hours: 30
• Hourly Wage: $32.19 - $35.09 (plus superannuation)

View the full Position Description by clicking HERE

About Orange City Council

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 500 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

About the role

This position will be responsible for providing direct care and supervision of children with a disability aged 10-18 years and to supervise the day to day activities of Anson St OSHC staff and clients while also supporting the Everyday Support Worker with administration and support to residents in group homes. This includes:

• Planning and providing a safe and enjoyable OSHC program for young people aged 10-18 years that meets NDIS standards including sport, recreation, homework, quiet time, literacy and computer skills
• Supervising and providing administration support to Everyday Support staff and providing everyday support for adults in residential care when required
• Effectively supervising staff to work as a team and provide a safe and enjoyable OSHC space
• Reporting any “child at risk indicators” to the Coordinator if observed and reporting to the relevant agencies in compliance with mandatory reporting guidelines
• Assisting in the maintenance of a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness at the service
• Developing a positive relationship with, and encourage communication between families and staff

A full list of key accountabilities can be found on the position description.

So what do you need?

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Demonstrated experience planning service delivery and supervising staff in a disability service setting
• Demonstrated experience supporting and caring for people with a broad range of support needs relating to disability
• Practical knowledge of the NDIS funding and planning
• Certificate IV in Disability or Individual Support (or willingness to upgrade to this qualification)
• Current Provide First Aid Certificate
• Current NSW Drivers Licence
• Ability to complete a satisfactory criminal records check
• Current NSW Working With Children Check

Desirable:

• Certificate IV in Out of School Hours Care

To apply, please click Apply. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You can also save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date.

If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Disability Services Coordinator, Melanie Keen on (02) 6393 8965.

Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.