Disability Support Worker
Disability Support Worker
Make a difference and be part of a small team dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities through our Learning and Experiences Program
About Bedford
Bedford exists to support people with disability to live the life they choose through a diverse range of skill-building opportunities, from social activities, experiences, supported employment and open employment. Underpinning this is the belief that diversity, inclusion and acceptance equals belonging for people of all abilities.
People with disability who live, work, and receive support from Bedford need to do more than just get by, they should be given the opportunity and resources to learn, grow and live meaningful, confident lives.
About the Role
Port Pirie and Wallaroo Learning and Experiences (previously known as Day Options) have casual roles available with shifts being offered for both sites. This role provides an opportunity to engage in a variety of activities with our clients, focusing on empowering them to achieve their goals and develop new skills within a supportive, positive, and fun environment.
Other responsibilities include:
About You
As an experienced Support Worker, you know that every day will look a little different in this challenging but rewarding role. You will have a person-centred approach, and display empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with people with disability to help them achieve their goals and build new skills.
Other knowledge, skills and attributes include:
What’s in it for you?
If you would like to enquire further about this opportunity, please contact Chantelle Dornan, Recruitment Coordinator on (08) 8647 7784 or [email protected].
All enquires will be treated in confidence.
Applications close Monday 24th March 2025
Bedford reserves the right to close applications prior to this date.
For a copy of the position description, please go to the careers page of our website at bedfordgroup.com.au/careers
At Bedford, we believe in fostering a diverse, accepting, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from individuals of all gender identities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, and those with disabilities.
Please do not hesitate to contact Bedford Recruitment on 08 8275 0211 or via email at [email protected] to discuss any of your access needs. We're committed to promoting a welcoming and supportive environment for all candidates, and we look forward to hearing from you.
- Bedford Learning and Experiences program at Port Pirie and Wallaroo
- Casual roles available with most shifts offered within school hours
- Share your own passions, hobbies and skills with our clients
Make a difference and be part of a small team dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities through our Learning and Experiences Program
About Bedford
Bedford exists to support people with disability to live the life they choose through a diverse range of skill-building opportunities, from social activities, experiences, supported employment and open employment. Underpinning this is the belief that diversity, inclusion and acceptance equals belonging for people of all abilities.
People with disability who live, work, and receive support from Bedford need to do more than just get by, they should be given the opportunity and resources to learn, grow and live meaningful, confident lives.
About the Role
Port Pirie and Wallaroo Learning and Experiences (previously known as Day Options) have casual roles available with shifts being offered for both sites. This role provides an opportunity to engage in a variety of activities with our clients, focusing on empowering them to achieve their goals and develop new skills within a supportive, positive, and fun environment.
Other responsibilities include:
- Provide 1:1 or 1:3 support
- Support clients to achieve their NDIS goals
- Complete progress and incident reports
- Work with clients to promote individual choice and control
- Provide transport to clients as required
- Maintain a duty of care for clients, other staff, and yourself
About You
As an experienced Support Worker, you know that every day will look a little different in this challenging but rewarding role. You will have a person-centred approach, and display empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with people with disability to help them achieve their goals and build new skills.
Other knowledge, skills and attributes include:
- Minimum Cert III in Disability (or equivalent)
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Flexibility to be on call and work a range of shifts
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Resilience, confidence and the ability to work independently or as part of the team
- A positive focus to ‘do with and not for’ to empower our clients
- A National Police Clearance (no older than six months old)
- Driver’s licence
- NDIS worker screening clearance, or other NDIS approved clearance to work in the disability sector
- Evidence of right to work in Australia
- 100 points of identification
What’s in it for you?
- Reduce the amount of tax you pay each year with access to generous PBI salary packaging which can be used towards paying rent, mortgage, utilities, loan repayments, childcare, novated leases and more
- Casual day shifts available supporting a healthy work / life balance
- Most shifts are within school hours, so more work-life balance
- Encouraging and supportive team environment
- Dedicated training days to enhance your skills within the industry
- Use of a Bedford pool vehicle to transport clients
- Work for a well-respected, and established disability organisation
- Access to Bedford’s generous rewards and recognition program
- Gain a real sense of purpose as you see clients reach their potential and watch their independence grow
- Experience the rewarding feeling of being a part of our clients’ journey and seeing the joy it brings
If you would like to enquire further about this opportunity, please contact Chantelle Dornan, Recruitment Coordinator on (08) 8647 7784 or [email protected].
All enquires will be treated in confidence.
Applications close Monday 24th March 2025
Bedford reserves the right to close applications prior to this date.
For a copy of the position description, please go to the careers page of our website at bedfordgroup.com.au/careers
At Bedford, we believe in fostering a diverse, accepting, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from individuals of all gender identities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, and those with disabilities.
Please do not hesitate to contact Bedford Recruitment on 08 8275 0211 or via email at [email protected] to discuss any of your access needs. We're committed to promoting a welcoming and supportive environment for all candidates, and we look forward to hearing from you.