Explore Support Worker Illawarra Region Part Time

At Afford we are focussed on improving the lives of people with disability by prioritising their choices promoting their rights and exploring possibilities this Community Access Support Worker role you will support this vision by providing high-quality support to our clients within the community.

Still want to make a real difference Join our team and help individuals with disabilities live their best lives. Were looking for caring and compassionate people to provide essential support and guidance while helping clients build independence confidence and community connection.

What you will do

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Community Access Support Workers to join our Explore Program team and provide exceptional support to clients within the community.

As a Support Worker you will play a crucial role in helping individuals with disabilities achieve their goals live independently and participate fully in community life. This is a community-based role supporting clients out in the community rather than within SIL or residential homes.

• Providing personalised support to clients in accordance with their individual support plans
• Supporting clients to access community activities appointments and social programs
• Assisting clients to build independence and achieve their personal goals
• Delivering support aligned with Behaviour Support Plans and NDIS Practice Standards
• Supporting clients with varying support needs including high intensity needs where required
• Championing choice dignity and cultural respect in all client interactions
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation

About you

• Hold minimum Certificate III in Individual Support or above
• A passion for safeguarding human rights and working within a purpose-driven organisation
• Hold or be willing to obtain a current NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working With Children Check
• Current First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Drivers Licence
• A reliable vehicle and willingness to transport clients for community-based duties (mileage reimbursed)
• Passport Birth Certificate or Citizenship Certificate to validate Australian work rights
• Willingness to complete a National & International Police Check (paid by Afford)
• Ability to complete a Pre-Employment Medical/Functional Assessment (paid by Afford)

What we offer

• Be part of a team united by a common purpose vision and values working together towards a clear and meaningful strategic direction.
• Benefit from our commitment to your professional growth and career progression with initiatives designed to nurture and grow exceptional talent.
• Increase your take-home pay with tax-free NFP salary packaging options including up to $15900 for living expenses and $2650 for entertainment each year.
• Enjoy a workplace that recognises your efforts with a strong rewards program flexible working arrangements and wellbeing initiatives like subsidised gym memberships.
• Join an organisation that values being good humans and good corporate citizens. We celebrate diversity inclusion and belonging support First Nations reconciliation make ethical choices and view our commitment to our clients as a lifelong journey.

About Afford

Afford exists to create an inclusive world where human rights are realised a world where people of all abilities can live connect and thrive. Our values guide everything we do: we are kind we are clear we are a team and we explore.

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