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Therapists - Expressions of Interest!

Program Support Workers (Casual)

 

 

  

Program Support Workers (Casual)


At NextPath Continuous Learning (part of the Mater Dei Organisation), we empower and support individuals with an intellectual disability to meet their self-directed goals. We collaborate with the individual and their family/supporters to teach them new skills and assist them at workplaces or other places in the community.

An opportunity is available for Program (Disability) Support Workers to join our dynamic team. In this role you will work hands on with program participants to implement their daily programs and help them reach their goals. We are all about building capacity, rather than doing “for” our program participants.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Individualised community-based support

  • Working with participants to develop independence and daily living skills

  • Assist with medications and other duties as specified as per the participant support plan

  • Maintain participant records to ensure consistent and quality care

  • Actively contribute to a team environment through open communication, participation in regular staff meetings, planning and reviews

  • Display a client focused and person-centred manner

  • Transporting participants, both to-and-from home and our Service as well as within the community

 SELECTION CRITERIA

  • A solid belief in the right of all people to determine the path their life takes

  • A demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Sound verbal and written communication skills

  • A sound understanding of your legislative obligations to ensure that people with a disability are not treated less favourably than a person without a disability, in the same or similar circumstances

  • High standards of ethical and professional behaviour

  • A valid WWCC or willingness to obtain as part of the employment process

  • A current NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain as part of the employment process

  • NSW Full Drivers license

  • Full comprehensive vehicle insurance

  • Ability to be available for either morning (7am start) or afternoon (5:30pm finish) shifts

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Own car and current driver’s licence – essential (green provisional licence as a minimum)

  • Capacity to work outside normal hours if required

  • A current first aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain

Click here for a copy of the Position Description.

To Enquire: Please email employment@materdei.org.au with any questions. 

To Apply: Please click on this link to apply:  Program Support Worker (Casual)

Your application must include:

  • A response to all application and screening questions

  • A brief resume outlining all relevant experience

Therapists - Expressions of Interest!

NextPath Assessment & Therapy (part of the Mater Dei Organisation) is seeking Expressions of Interest from qualified Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists to join our supportive and experienced team! New graduates and early career therapists are encouraged to reach out.

Full time availability is preferred but applicants interested in part time opportunities are also encouraged to contact us.

Learn more about our service here:

nextpath.org.au

facebook.com/NextPathMaterDei/

We are a multidisciplinary team including Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Allied Health Assistants dedicated to providing strengths based, evidence based and individualised therapy support to children and young adults.

At NextPath, we work with children and young adults with developmental delays and disabilities. We specialise in working with individuals with intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorders and other diagnoses.

There are a range of opportunities to provide support to younger children, work with primary and high school aged children and also to support young adults as they transition from High School to the workforce and/or community. We provide therapy supports to children attending Mater Dei Preschool and Mater Dei School (K-12), as well as support Young Adults in our NextPath Continuous Learning Program.

We also provide a range of other services to clients and families in the community, including diagnostic and therapy assessments, individual therapy sessions in the clinic or via telehealth and outreach to schools/childcare centres.

We also offer a range of group therapy sessions, including social skills groups, school readiness groups, and Alert groups. We are also supported by an Allied Health Assistant, who provides great support across all disciplines.

Our therapists work out of the beautiful Mater Dei grounds at Camden. Our therapy rooms and sensory gyms are extremely well resourced. Therapists have access to professional development opportunities and work in a highly supportive environment with experienced therapists. Group supervision and multidisciplinary collaboration are scheduled fortnightly and additional supervision or support is always available.

What We Look For

  • A relevant Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy qualification

  • CPSP Certified Practising membership with Speech Pathology Australia/AHPRA registration for Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists

  • Clinical/practical experience working with children or young adults with developmental delays or disabilities

  • A valid Working With Children Check

  • A current NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain as part of the employment process

  • Current Australian Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable car

  • Ability to work effectively and independently as part of a multidisciplinary team

  • Demonstrated high-level written and verbal communication skills

  • Well-developed computer literacy

  • Excellent time management skills

  • Willingness to engage in supervision and professional development opportunities

  • A current CPR Certificate (no older than 12 months).

 What we can offer you

  • Employment 44 weeks per annum (school terms), with 8 weeks paid leave (during school holidays) + flexible working arrangements

  • Attractive remuneration package + salary packaging to further increase take home pay

  • Working with an experienced and innovative team of professional Therapists, who are supportive, friendly and fun!

  • Ongoing supervision and mentoring

  • Computer and access to fleet cars for outreach services

  • Access to well-resourced therapy rooms

  • Admin and NDIS funding teams to reduce administrative load

  • Access to ongoing, funded Professional Development

Interested? We'd love to hear from you!

If you would like to express your interest in future career opportunities at NextPath Assessment & Therapy, please contact us on (02) 4654 8727 or send us an email to admin@nextpath.org.au

Mater Dei is committed to providing a child safe environment where children and young people are safe, feel safe and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant child related employment screening.