October 21, 2024

Access Lifecare

Phillip

OTHER & FULL TIME

Disabilities Services Officer

Disabilities Services Officers
Full-time Permanent Role
70,000AUD - 80,000AUD/Annually
About the Business
Do you want to make a real impact on people's lives? Are you passionate about offering personalized, realistic support to those in need? We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated disability services Officers for our Supported Independent Living Facility and the surrounding community around Canberra.
Access Life Care is a healthcare service provider committed to delivering personalized and high-quality care to individuals with diverse needs. With a focus on enhancing the well-being and independence of its clients, Access Life Care offers a range of services including in-home support, disability care, and aged care solutions. Their dedicated team of professionals ensures compassionate, client-centered care, promoting dignity and improving the quality of life for those they serve. Access Life Care operates with a mission to empower individuals to lead fulfilling and independent lives in their own homes and communities.
The Role

Evaluating clients' requirements and designing, developing, and executing educational, training, and support initiatives.
Conducting client interviews to determine the nature and scope of their difficulties.
Tracking and documenting clients' progress
Evaluating community needs and available resources related to health, welfare, housing, employment, training, and other services.
Coordinating with community groups, welfare agencies, government entities, and private businesses to address community issues and promote awareness of available resources and services.
Directing clients to organizations that offer additional assistance.
Providing support to families and offering education and care for children and disabled individuals in adult service units, group homes, and government institutions.
Writing funding and resource proposals and reports for government bodies and other organizations.
Coordinates community development projects and collaborative solutions to tackle issues, needs, and challenges related to recreation, health, housing, employment, and other welfare concerns.
Supervising individuals on probation and parole.
Helping young people address social, emotional, and financial challenges.
Provides services across various units that offer education and community access for individuals with intellectual, physical, social, and emotional disabilities.

Relevant Qualifications and Skills to be eligible for this role
At least a Diploma in Community Services qualification or similar required for this role.
At least 2 years of industry experience as a Disabilities Services Officer or preferably in disability, mental health, or aged care settings.
Ability to develop and maintain professional, supportive relationships with clients.
Strong knowledge of the NDIS and disabilities in Australia.
Current First Aid certificate.
Manual Handling certificate.
Current Australian Driver's Licence (preferred).
Good customer service skills.
Excellent time management skills.
Proficient in administrative and case management skills.
Outstanding communication and writing abilities.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to clear probity checks including Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply via this advertisement with a cover letter and resume outlining your skills and experience
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
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