Who we are

At EACH, our vision is for a healthy and inclusive community. Founded on the vision that everyone is entitled to good health, we're one of the nation's leading health and community services providers, offering a broad range of services for over 40 years. Our services include Community Health, Mental Health, NDIS, Counselling, Support for Older Australians and Family Services.

The NDIS Direct Services team provides exceptional service in supporting customers to meet their individual goals and needs as identified on care or service delivery plans.

About the role

Support for our customers involves helping them to live independently, fully, and with dignity. As part of our team based in Narre Warren, we are looking for casual NDIS Support Workers to assist our customers in their homes, helping them to maintain and develop their independence so that they can lead enriching and fulfilling lives.

If you're a Support Worker, qualified as either a Cert III in Individual Support (or equivalent) and/or combined with relevant experience, and want to have a positive impact on the lives of people in your community, you might be exactly the person we're looking for!

What you'll be doing

No two days will be the same in this role, where you will provide support services and capacity building that is unique for young children up to older adults across Narre Warren, Noble Park, Hampton Park, Carrum Downs and Clematis areas.

The support you provide may include:

• following and implementing individual care or service delivery plans to assist our customers maintain independence and achieving identified goals such as cooking, social engagement, personal care, budgeting, shopping, domestic skills, maintaining tenancy, using public transport, attending appointments etc.,
• helping them build confidence, self-determination and communication abilities,
• providing companionship, conversation, and emotional support.

You will be working a regular roster of fixed hours, and support rostered hours for existing staff leave and at times of increased demand for customers in the community.

Who you'll be working with

NDIS Direct Services teams are well supported by the Customer Service Delivery Leads (CSDL's). The Support Worker role is very independent, however, our CSDL's are always available to guide and support you.

It's a team full of dynamic and motivated individuals who are passionate about Our team is dedicated to giving customers and each other the best possible support.

Who we are looking for

Along with your passion for helping others, you will:

• have experience delivering high-quality person-centred support and assistance to individuals that embraces their personal goals and choices, and respects cultural diversity,
• be an effective communicator and natural relationship builder,
• be effective working independently and collaboratively with your team, clients, customers their carers and families, and other service providers, and
• have a demonstrated ability to complete administrative tasks to the required standard and detail to meet quality and reporting requirements.

Ideally you will also have:

• Current state-based Drivers License with registered vehicle and minimum third-party car insurance
• Valid Working with Children Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Australian residency status or valid Australian working rights
• Full COVID-19 Vaccination status

What we offer:

EACH is committed to developing our people and you'll be supported to be your best. We provide:

• Work arrangements that flex to you to allow for a positive work-life balance
• Casual position - stable hours/roster and 25% casual loading fee on top of base rate
• Engaging, inclusive supportive team
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Opportunities for internal career progression across QLD, NSW, ACT, and VIC
• Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year, to maximise your take home pay
• Up to $2,650 additional tax-free money to spend towards meals entertainment
• Support through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you, and your immediate family members
• Opportunities to continuously grow and develop.

Next steps

At EACH, we want all of our candidates to feel comfortable bringing their passion and individuality to the process. We value all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences, as we truly believe that diversity drives innovation. Express yourself, apply for the role and help us bring good health quality outcomes to for everyone.

When you hit 'Apply Now' you will be redirected to our Career Centre and Position Description, to help you easily complete your application.

Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today!