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Access and Support Worker - Geelong

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About Us:

Diversitat is a highly respected community organisation with over 40 years of service to the Geelong and surrounding areas. We are passionate about our work and promote inclusion and equity for all.

The Role:

You will assist eligible clients with complex needs due to diversity and their carers to navigate the service system and access services as required.

About You:

To be successful in this role you will need:

  • To manage and meet targets for individual service provision and enter regulatory data into the appropriate collection systems (i.e. DEX, My Aged Care etc.);
  • Ability to advocate on behalf of clients and empower people;
  • Effective, respectful oral and written communication skills including using interpreters and translation services;
  • Excellent knowledge of health services, technology and resources available for older people and their carers;
  • Ability to work within a strength-based approach and client centred care models;
  • Minimum Certificate IV in Individual Support (and or Aged Care) or equivalent;
  • Knowledge of assistance with medication, infection control protocols and COVID Safe practices.

THE CULTURE:

As a values-based organisation, we walk the talk. Diversitat is driven by its vision statement, which is to empower individuals to reach their full potential. This is true for our clients and our employees. We are an inclusive and supportive organisation who values our staff.

THE BENEFITS

  • Genuine work-life balance
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Generous salary packaging options

The position is a permanent part time (30 hours per week) or full-time position.

A copy of an updated Position Description is attached below. Should you require further information regarding the position refer to our website.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a police check, working with children check and a disability worker exclusions check as part of the offer of employment.

We welcome applications from all diverse backgrounds including individuals that identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+, and individuals with disabilities or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Robyn Martinez, General Manager Aged Support on 03 5222 7275.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview.

A position description is attached.

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