Workplace Training & Assessment (Education & Training)Casual/VacationThe Compass Institute is a South East Queensland Charity dedicated to providing support for people with intellectual and/or physical disabilities. Compass uses an innovative further education model that enables young people with a disability to make a smooth transition from school to an increasingly independent future. Our programs promote physical, mental and emotional well-being empowering these young people to take up opportunities as they arise.Starting in 2003 with 3 Trainees, the organisation now employs 100 specialist staff, providing post school education, training and vocational opportunities to over 170 Trainees at 5 locations from Caboolture to Gympie. In addition to the Compass campuses, we have a diverse range of social enterprises including Compass Farm (a 20-acre organic farm), Connections Cafés, Garden Café, Harvest Kitchen and Rakes & Panes.Our vision for Compass is "Changing Lives". As individuals, as an organisation and as a community, we can strive to develop equality in lifestyle, opportunity, integration and access for all people.Why should I join the Compass Institute?Values based organisation focusing on choice and control for our TraineesGreat Hours! Casual opportunity - approx. 1-3 shifts a week Monday to Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm only!Peer supported team environment in progressive organisationEmployee Assistance ProgramCompass is an equal opportunity and inclusive employerWhat can I expect in a typical day working as a Disability Support Trainer?We support our Trainees (Participants with Disabilities) in our Gympie Centre in the following ways:Creation and delivery of diverse development programs, exploring a wide variety of life skills, social and community based activities, craft and sport in line with Trainee goals.Personal Care, food preparation and behavioural managementActive communication to provide feedback to families and other stakeholders such as OT's and Compass leadersYou will work great hours - Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm.Working as a Disability Support Trainer is rewarding, knowing that you are supporting young people with disabilities to develop confidence and independence.What are the requirements to become a Disability Support Worker at Compass?You will ideally be experienced in working with people with disabilities.You will ideally have a background in delivering education/learning.Hold or be willing to obtain a positive notice from the Department of Communities, Disability Services (Yellow Card) and Working with Children Check (Blue card).Cert III or Cert IV in individual support or similar.Current First Aid and CPR certificate.Dedicated to empowering others and making a difference!You can simply click 'Apply for this job' and you'll be guided through a short application form. Applications close Monday 11 November 2024. For more information on the Compass Institute visit www.compassinc.org.au. For more Info please call Cara on 07 5445 9116.
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