Challenge Southern Highlands is a Disability Support service offering a range of supports to NDIS participants. If you are interested in a rewarding career in the disability sector then this role is for you.
Challenge Southern Highlands has a permanent part-time position (3 days per week) available as a Work Crew & Garden Maintenance Supported Employment Services Support Worker. The successful candidate needs to display an attention to detail, show commitment to their role, and be caring and compassionate towards supported employees at all times.
We provide the best possible service at all times and require staff who are respectful, have self-determination for continuous learning and growth, and display high levels of enthusiasm and positivity.
We pride ourselves on offering a wide range of exciting initiatives across Horticulture, Commercial, and Community sectors.
Qualifications & ExperienceMay hold Trade certificate, or equivalent qualifications/experience in a garden/maintenance settingCurrent driver's license with the ability to drive a manual vehicle (with trailer)Maintenance and repair of capital equipmentSupervision of supported employeesCurrent First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)Tasks & ResponsibilitiesOrganising equipment, with an allocation of supported employees to undertake garden maintenance works in residential and industrial estates on a daily basisGeneral Garden Maintenance to include Lawn Mowing, Whipper Snipping, Hedging, and PruningWeed spraying, green waste removal, general labourStrong commitment to safe work practicesAbility to work both autonomously and in a team environmentCapacity to work in all weather conditionsSalary packaging of up to $15,900 (plus an additional $2,650 for Entertainment expenses) on top of a competitive salaryCareer advancement opportunities - We love to promote from withinStaff buying privilegesWorking for a community-based charitable organisation, that provides a sense of pride and value to our supported employees, staff, and clientsEmphasis on personal training & developmentVariety of work within a supportive team environment #J-18808-Ljbffr