About the role

At Bedford, we are committed to building capacity, independence, and wellbeing to enhance the lives of people living with disability. In doing this, we provide a broad suite of NDIS support services including employment opportunities and social participation activities, offering exceptional tailored services to meet individual goals, both in the workplace and community. Above all, we promote individual choice and control to empower people with disability to live fulfilled and happy lives.

We have an exciting opportunity for Employee Supports to join our packaging team, working in Panorama and Elizabeth, with the flexibility for either part-time or casual employment. The working hours in Panorama range between Monday to Thursday 9.00am – 3.00pm, and Friday 9.00am – 2.00pm. The working hours in Elizabeth range between Monday to Thursday 9.00am - 3.00pm.

About the role

As the Employee Support, you will be responsible for providing assistance and support to individuals with disability in a workplace or supported employment environment. You will utilise your commitment and compassion to ensure participants are engaged in meaningful work, supported to develop skills, and that safety, wellbeing and inclusion are at the forefront.

The day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Providing support and supervision to participants during daily work tasks, encouraging independence and skill development to meeting individual goals.
• Assisting with preparation, packing, assembly, or other tasks as per the workforce requirements.
• Assisting participants to follow workplace procedures and meet production or service standards.
• Working closely with Senior Supervisors, EM’s and EDC’s to ensure consistent support.
• Implementing Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSP) or individual support plans.
• Ensure workstations are safe, organised and compliant with workplace policies.
• Completing progress notes, incident reports and required documentation electronically.
• Work in line with the NDIS Practice Standards, Code of Conduct and Quality & Safeguarding Framework.

What we’re looking for

You will provide hands-on, engaging and meaningful supports to participants, assisting them towards their individual goals. To be successful for this role, you will have:

• A genuine commitment to providing high-quality supports to people with disability (experience in the sector is highly desirable).
• Understanding of supported employment principles and workplace safety.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Flexibility with working hours that would be suitable in a part-time or casual capacity.
• Confidence using technology for reporting and documentation.
• Certificate III in Disability, Community Services or equivalent (desirable).
• Current NDIS Worker Screening and Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).

What we can offer you!

As a valued employee, this opportunity will reward you with a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive hourly rate between $24.28 and $24.95 (plus superannuation) for part-time and $30.35 and $31.19 (plus superannuation) for casual.
• Access to attractive not-for-profit salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and career progression, with access to various training courses.
•  Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
• A truly values-driven organisation that is committed to inclusion and belonging.

next steps

To submit your application, please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

If this role sounds like the perfect opportunity to kick start your career, please submit your application and include a resume and cover letter that outline your skills and experiences in alignment with the above.

If you have any questions or would like further information regarding this position, please contact Site Manager Panorama, Olivia Johnson via [email protected] using the subject line: Employee Supports - Panorama & Elizabeth enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications close 5.00pm on the closing date. Candidates may be shortlisted and contacted as applications are received.

At Bedford, we believe in fostering a diverse, accepting, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from individuals of all gender identities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, and those with disability.

If you require any adjustments to support your application or the recruitment process or require an alternative method of applying that is accessible to you, please do not hesitate to contact the recruitment team on 08 8275 0211 or via email at [email protected] using the subject line: Employee Supports - Panorama & Elizabeth enquiry via EthicalJobs. We're committed to promoting a welcoming and supportive environment for all candidates, and we look forward to hearing from you.