About Northcott:

Northcott is one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit disability services providers that works with customers to realise their potential. Our purpose is to build an inclusive society where people can live the life they choose.  Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: www.northcott.com.au 

About the Role:

This role is a Support Worker level 3 located in North Western Sydney. The role offers permanent full time hours. As senior support worker you will be responsible for supporting the centre based coordinator with the day to day operation of centre based programs. The role assists with coordination, supervision and facilitation of activities within the programs in accordance with the Policies and Procedures of Northcott and the Disability Services Standards.

Key components of the role include but are not limited to:

• Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Support customers to achieve individual goals
• Ethical Behaviour - ensures their dealings with all others are non-discriminatory, respectful, consistent, timely and equitable.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making - defines extent of problem areas and develops solutions.
• Communication - listens effectively, conveys and receives ideas, information and direction
• Safety - has a strong understanding of WHS principles and applies these in the workplace

What we are looking for from you:

• Commitment to a person centred work ethic
• Ability to establish effective and professional working relationships with customers
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
• Highly developed communication, problem solving and organisational skills
• Ability to motivate and encourage customers in all activities
• Ability to facilitate group and individual activities

Essential Criteria for the role:

• First Aid Certificate
• Working with children’s check
• Police Check – less then 6 months old
• Driver’s License
• Knowledge of the NSW Disability Standards
• Knowledge of WHS principles including safe manual handling procedures
• Ability to drive a 12 seater van desired
• Proficiency in Microsoft office desired

What do we have to offer you:

• We are a leading disability services provider in NSW and the ACT, providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families and carers.
• You will have your contribution valued and to have opportunities to grow your career with us.
• A family friendly workplace is offered and support provided for staff to manage their home and work lives effectively.
• Being a not-for-profit organisation, salary packaging is available to permanent staff; this can increase your take home pay.

The ad closes 3rd March 2020. If you are interested in career development and a chance to take on a new challenge, please don't hesitate to apply. For all enquiries, please email sarah.pearce@northcott.com.au

When applying internally, Northcott employees are required to notify their manager and should be aware that their Manager may be asked to endorse their application recruitment process