Disabilities Services Officer - Full Time - Orange NSW Disabilities Services Officer – Full Time
Job Type : Full-time
Location : Central and Far West NSW (Orange, Dubbo)
1 HEART CARE SERVICES PTY LTD
'Our HEART is in what we do'
1 Heart Care Services is proud to offer a wide variety of services delivered by our respectful, thorough, and methodical team. We endeavour to deliver the highest quality services and supports based on person-centred approach, genuine caring relationships, and best practice. We embrace and value each person's identity, culture, and diversity, and provide tailored services to suit each participant's background.
About the role
We are currently seeking an experienced Disabilities Services Officer to work with us on a full-time basis. The role entails providing support, information and advice to clients on emotional, financial, recreational, health, housing and other social welfare matters, and evaluate and coordinate the services of welfare and community service agencies.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Assessing clients' needs and planning, developing and implementing educational, training and support programs in line with the NDIS practice standards and organisational policies and procedures Interviewing clients and assessing the nature and extent of difficulties to support each client in maximizing their choice and control Monitoring and reporting on the progress of clients in line with regulatory standards and industry practices Assist clients in accessing appropriate and timely referrals to agencies that can provide additional help in achieving best outcomes Assessing community need and resources for health, welfare, housing, employment, training and other facilities and services Liaising with community groups, welfare agencies, government bodies and private businesses about community issues and promoting awareness of community resources and services Supporting families and providing education and care for children and disabled persons in adult service units, group housing and government institutions Assisting clients including the youth, elderly and people living with disability to solve social, emotional and financial problems Preparing submissions for funding and resources, and reports to government bodies and other agencies Essential criteria:
Experience working in an aged care facility, in-home, or as a community Support Worker Holds relevant qualifications or is working towards (Cert III or IV in Individual Support or equivalent) Two years of work experience in a community setting (Aged care, disability) NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain) Current Police Check (or willing to obtain) Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19 and Seasonal Influenza Has flexible availability and commitment to an ongoing roster Has a caring nature, loves to engage with people, and possesses a 'can do' attitude Preferred but not essential criteria:
Experience working with people living with functional or mental disability Current First Aid & CPR Training Driver's license & fully insured car Experience with Manual Handling Experience with Medication Assistance Understanding of person-centered approach, choice and control, and NDIS practice standards To apply, please send your CV and details to: ******
Summary of role requirements:
Flexible hours available 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role Working rights required for this role Expected start date for role: 13 December 2024 #J-18808-Ljbffr