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And at Far North we want all of our staff to feel rewarded and appreciated. The success we have as an organisation in achieving our purpose is reflected directly in the commitment and passion of our staff. Our staff embody our values and are committed to making a difference.
Broome Positions
Support Worker
Job Type: Support Worker
About the Role
The primary role of a support worker is to work in partnership with individuals who have a disability (and where appropriate their families and carers) to implement, review and refine agreed strategies to support the person to achieve the goals identified in their support plan.- The support worker recognizes and values the person’s (and family, carers and guardians where appropriate) right to being the leader of their own life
- The support worker assists people to identify new opportunities for inclusion, active participation and valued roles within their community of choice
- The support worker provides personal care
- The support worker assists the person with physical mobility where required
- The support worker administers medications from blister packs with care and / or supervises the person who administers their own medication
- The support worker assists with or completes domestic chores
- The support worker provides support for the individual to develop, maintain or enhance their relationships with family and acquaintances
- The support worker maintains open and honest communication with the person, their family, guardians and Coordinator
- The support worker caries out other tasks designated by their Coordinator that ensure policy, procedure, reporting or service delivery is maintained
Required
- Experience supporting people with a disability
- Valid Driver’s license and ability to use own vehicle for work purposes where required
- National Police Clearance (less than 3 months old at commencement)nt
- Working With Children Check (where required)
- Manual handling training
- Senior First Aid Certificate
- Demonstration of working in an effective team
- Demonstrated effective communication skills and written skills
- Willingness to work in a diverse range of settings
Qualifications Desirable
- Certificate 3 or higher in Disability Work
- Certificate 3 or higher in any relevant community services certificate
- Certificates and recognised training in medications, positive behavior support, manual handling, autism or other relevant qualification.
Service Delivery Coordinator
Job Type: Direct Service Delivery
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Service Delivery Coordinator
Recruitment@farnorth.org.au
About the Role
At Far North Community Services Ltd. (Far North) we believe that our communities are enriched through the inclusion of all people. Far North is a registered NDIS provider based in the Kimberley. We are continuing to experience growth as a result of people choosing us as their preferred provider. We are building our team of compassionate, culturally aware and committed people who love the work they do. We currently looking for Service Delivery Coordinator The role is responsible in developing and maintaining strong, positive relationships with individuals we support and their families. This partnership approach will help to set and achieve goals in a person and family-centred way. Far North can offer you- The ability to salary package - meaning you can pay less tax and increase your take home pay
- Assistance to secure accommodation
- Relocation allowance (up to $1500)
- Housing allowance
- Company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone for work purposes
- Extensive learning and development opportunities
- Payments above Award rates
- Generous penalty rates apply for evening and weekend shift work
- Demonstrate understanding and respect of individuals rights to exercise choice and control in the delivery of supports.
- Ensuring the plans meet all Qualitative Criteria for the Quality Management Framework and all reporting requirements to NDIA
- Reviewing and monitoring individual plans, seeking regular feedback from staff and the individual, their family and carers to update or change strategies where required.
- Provide mentoring and coaching to support staff to ensure delivery of high quality services
Required
- Demonstrated values driven and person centred approach to providing support for people with disabilities, their families and carers.
- Minimum Certificate IV in disability or in human services
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in planning, coordinating and monitoring
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the National Standards for Disability Services
- Demonstrated ability to lead a work group, set priorities and monitor work flows
- Demonstration of working as a team member, taking leadership roles where required
- Commitment to supporting people to achieve goals and be empowered to have greater quality of life, choice and control
- Demonstrated high level of verbal, written and / or communication skills
- Commitment to the principles of equity, fairness, social justice and upholding of human rights in all communications,
- Respect for peoples cultural, religious and spiritual beliefs
Qualifications Desirable
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets
Derby/Fitzroy Crossing Positions
Support Worker
Job Type: Support Worker
About the Role
The primary role of a support worker is to work in partnership with individuals who have a disability (and where appropriate their families and carers) to implement, review and refine agreed strategies to support the person to achieve the goals identified in their support plan.- The support worker recognizes and values the person’s (and family, carers and guardians where appropriate) right to being the leader of their own life
- The support worker assists people to identify new opportunities for inclusion, active participation and valued roles within their community of choice
- The support worker provides personal care
- The support worker assists the person with physical mobility where required
- The support worker administers medications from blister packs with care and / or supervises the person who administers their own medication
- The support worker assists with or completes domestic chores
- The support worker provides support for the individual to develop, maintain or enhance their relationships with family and acquaintances
- The support worker maintains open and honest communication with the person, their family, guardians and Coordinator
- The support worker caries out other tasks designated by their Coordinator that ensure policy, procedure, reporting or service delivery is maintained
Required
- Experience supporting people with a disability
- Valid Driver’s license and ability to use own vehicle for work purposes where required
- National Police Clearance (less than 3 months old at commencement)nt
- Working With Children Check (where required)
- Manual handling training
- Senior First Aid Certificate
- Demonstration of working in an effective team
- Demonstrated effective communication skills and written skills
- Willingness to work in a diverse range of settings
Qualifications Desirable
- Certificate 3 or higher in Disability Work
- Certificate 3 or higher in any relevant community services certificate
- Certificates and recognised training in medications, positive behavior support, manual handling, autism or other relevant qualification.
East Kimberley Positions
Support Worker
Job Type: Support Worker
About the Role
The primary role of a support worker is to work in partnership with individuals who have a disability (and where appropriate their families and carers) to implement, review and refine agreed strategies to support the person to achieve the goals identified in their support plan.- The support worker recognizes and values the person’s (and family, carers and guardians where appropriate) right to being the leader of their own life
- The support worker assists people to identify new opportunities for inclusion, active participation and valued roles within their community of choice
- The support worker provides personal care
- The support worker assists the person with physical mobility where required
- The support worker administers medications from blister packs with care and / or supervises the person who administers their own medication
- The support worker assists with or completes domestic chores
- The support worker provides support for the individual to develop, maintain or enhance their relationships with family and acquaintances
- The support worker maintains open and honest communication with the person, their family, guardians and Coordinator
- The support worker caries out other tasks designated by their Coordinator that ensure policy, procedure, reporting or service delivery is maintained
Required
- Experience supporting people with a disability
- Valid Driver’s license and ability to use own vehicle for work purposes where required
- National Police Clearance (less than 3 months old at commencement)nt
- Working With Children Check (where required)
- Manual handling training
- Senior First Aid Certificate
- Demonstration of working in an effective team
- Demonstrated effective communication skills and written skills
- Willingness to work in a diverse range of settings
Qualifications Desirable
- Certificate 3 or higher in Disability Work
- Certificate 3 or higher in any relevant community services certificate
- Certificates and recognised training in medications, positive behavior support, manual handling, autism or other relevant qualification.
Therapy Positions
Speech Pathologist
Job Type: Therapy Services
About the Role
Work within a transdisciplinary team of passionate therapists in Broome and throughout the Kimberley. We provide therapy in our well-equipped facilities but mainly visit our participants in their own homes. Furthermore we provide therapy services in very remote areas and communities. Therefore we offer professional 4WD courses to make sure you have the best experience reaching your clients in our company cars on dirt roads or through river crossings. We also charter private aircrafts to get you in some of the most remote and pristine communities that Australia has to offer. You will have the opportunity to work with children and adults who are culturally and linguistically diverse and have a wide range of disabilities. We believe in flexibility and have casual, part-time and full-time fixed contracts available immediately. Benefits- Relocation allowance and accommodation support considered for the right candidate
- Above award salary
- Salary sacrificing and remote allowances
- Generous professional development allowance and supportive supervision structure
- Use of company pool car
- Supportive transdisciplinary therapy team environment that values you and supports your development
- Travel opportunities to some of the most pristine areas of Australia.
Required
- Bachelor degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent
- Current membership with SPA
- Excellent interpersonal manner and cross-cultural skills for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Willingness to learn and grow
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills
- Willing to obtain NDIS Worker's Clearance
- Current Australian Driver’s License
- Current Working with Children's Check (or willing to obtain)
- Current First Aid Certificate including CPR
Senior Occupational Therapist
Job Type: Therapy Services
About the Role
The Role Work within a transdisciplinary team of passionate therapists in Broome and throughout the Kimberley. We provide therapy in our well-equipped facilities but mainly visit our participants in their own homes. Furthermore we provide therapy services in very remote areas and communities. Therefore we offer professional 4WD courses to make sure you have the best experience reaching your clients in our company cars on dirt roads or through river crossings. We also charter private aircrafts to get you in some of the most remote and pristine communities that Australia has to offer. You will have the opportunity to work with children and adults who are culturally and linguistically diverse and have a wide range of disabilities. Benefits • Relocation allowance and accommodation support considered for the right candidate • Above award salary • Salary sacrificing and remote allowances • Generous professional development allowance and supportive supervision structure • Use of company pool car • Supportive transdisciplinary therapy team environment that values you and supports your development • Travel opportunities to some of the most pristine areas of Australia. If you enjoy finding meaningful and functional approaches to therapy input and are keen for the unique Kimberley life then we would like you on our team. Come grow with us and live and work in one of Australia’s most unique/sought-after tourist destinations!Required
- Bachelor degree in Occupational Therapy, or equivalent
- Current registration with AHPRA
- Excellent interpersonal manner and cross-cultural skills for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Willingness to learn and grow
- Current NDIS Worker's Clearance (or willing to obtain)
- Current Australian Driver’s License
- Current Working with Children's Check (or willing to obtain)
- Current First Aid Certificate including CPR
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills
Finance & Administration
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Support Coordination
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We are always looking for people to join our growing team.
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