This job advertisement is to fill currently available Job opportunities within the Northern Rivers region and to build a talent pool for upcoming roles. Information sessions are available Online for the candidates who want to know more about the role. The schedule of Information sessions is provided below.

We are Achieve Australia!

• Opportunities available for casual and permanent - part-time roles
• SCHADS award Level 2 - plus generous Salary packaging and Superannuation
• Base location: Casino

About the role

At Achieve Australia we are wanting our community and lifestyle activities to set us apart from the rest, and be industry leaders when it comes to variety, skill development and levels of client engagement.

If you haven't worked in the disability sector before but have a passion to help others and experience/skills working with people with disabilities, or maybe you have early childhood experience and want a change in the industry, then Apply Now for a rewarding career.

As Disability Support Worker you will undertake defined processes and procedures to assist in providing participants with support to develop skills, maximise their independence, participate within the community and facilitate relationships in line with their Individual Plans.

About you

Achieve Australia supports a workplace that embraces all people's unique contributions and fosters social inclusion through the experience of belonging. Aboriginal Australians and people from diverse backgrounds and cultures are encouraged to apply for this job.

To be successful in this role you will be required to address the following selection criteria:

• Minimum Cert III Individual Support or Disability with 2 years' experience working within the disability sector/ or
• Experience in another specialty you can bring to the program, and a willingness to complete Cert III
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Understanding and commitment to the Disability Standards and WHS.
• Understanding of human rights and the challenges facing those with a disability.
• Sound interpersonal, role modelling and customer service skills.
• Ability to problem solve and adapt to changing environments.
• Current Working with Children Check and NSW Driver's Licence (Green P2 or Full).

About us

Achieve Australia has been providing services to people with disability since the 1950s. Today, we are a registered NDIS provider offering accommodation, community participation, supported employment and support coordination services in the Greater Sydney and in Northern Rivers regions in NSW. We are driven by our Passion, Purpose and Principles:

• Our Passion is social inclusion for people with disability.
• Our Purpose is to build extraordinary lives, supporting people with disability to be well, have a home, choose a career, learn new skills, participate in their community and enjoy a full life.
• We live by our Principles of inclusiveness, stewardship, extraordinary outcomes and ethical practices.

Our benefits - Our employees are the champions of an inclusive world and in return we offer:

• Working as part of a team that makes a difference in people's lives
• Access to Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport programs
• Supportive, friendly team environment and culture

Contact us if you have any questions about this position, would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process, or require an alternate method of submitting your application:

• Email [email protected] using the subject line: Disability Support Workers - Casino enquiry via EthicalJobs
• Phone +61499778380
• Come online to talk with our staff via the Chatbot on our Careers page https://achieveaustralia.org.au/about-us/careers/
• Join one of our information sessions to get to know more about this role and our selection process: https://app.brazenconnect.com/a/AA/s/a730A/next

The Selection Process

Applicants interested in this opportunity are encouraged to submit their resumes and answer a few short application questions, to help us understand more about you.

In determining suitability, you will be asked to complete an on-demand interview, psychometric assessment and attend an online assessment centre.

Pre-employment checks: Achieve Australia is committed to implementing safer recruitment practices. This means we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support and staff are expected to share this commitment. Applications will be assessed on merit.

Candidates successful from the selection process will require to complete the following checks:

• Reference checks
• Police check (Please note criminal history does not immediately affect employment opportunities)
• WWCC
• NDIS WC
• First Aid Certificate
• Medical assessment

How to apply

To register your interest click the "Apply Now" button, providing an updated resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

If this sounds like you and you want to make a difference in people's lives, APPLY NOW!

We have a Covid-19 Safety Plan in place.

A position description is attached.