Introduction:
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with disabilities? We have multiple support worker positions available across three different areas of our organization, each offering unique and rewarding experiences. Explore the roles we have on offer and apply for the one that resonates most with your passion and skills.
This ad focuses on our Connections vacancies.
Description:
Your Part in the Connections Team
GSL provides 'Adulting' programs focusing on life skills development through the transition from school to adulthood, work readiness for school leavers with disabilities, and community access for children and young people with disabilities. Soon we will be expanding into new areas, including social programs for children and young people with goals of enhancing social skills, fostering creativity, and building confidence through engaging and meaningful activities.
If you have a talent or interest in areas such as cooking, photography, art, languages, music, gaming, or any other enriching activity, we want you on our team!
In this role you will:
Engage in community access activities with children and young people on an individual or shared arrangement. Facilitate and lead small group activities that support social, recreational, and life skills development. Co-design and implement programs based on your interests and expertise, such as cooking, photography, art, languages, music, gaming, or other areas of passion. Build strong, supportive relationships with participants to encourage their growth and development. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure that each program meets the needs and goals of our participants. What You Bring A strong alignment with our values and mission. Certificate III in Individual Support or a willingness to enroll and study. Experience or a strong interest in social, recreational, and wellbeing activities and flexibility in your work schedule. Availability to do shifts outside school hours, including weekends. Availability to work at least 15 hours each week. Excellent literacy skills for writing case notes and comfort navigating IT systems (all client records are online). The ability to maintain confidentiality, self-organization, and attention to detail. What We Need A current Disability Worker Screening Clearance Card & Blue Card (Working with Children) before commencing work. Child Safety and Personal History Screening Check (LCS 2). Mobile phone. Current unrestricted Queensland Driver's Licence and insured vehicle. What We Offer Starting remuneration at SCHADS award Level 2 (dependent on experience), plus superannuation. Security of reserved shifts every fortnight, with the option for extra hours if desired. Training, genuine career progression support, and opportunities for advancement. Interested?
If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the requirements, we would love to hear from you. Please send us your resume and a covering letter.
Applications Close
This recruitment round ends on 20 September 2024. We may close or extend this round based on the number and quality of applications received. We will shortlist and interview progressively, so we urge all suitable candidates to submit their applications as early as possible. Due to the expected large number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr
