About the Role
Barnardos are looking for a 2 part time permanent Disability Support Workers for the Disability Support Program based in Cranebrook, 2749.

​Disability Support Services (DSS) offers a variety of leisure and recreational activities for children and young people with disabilities up to the age of 25.

The available part-time positions requires a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week, including Saturdays.

The Disability Support Worker, will be responsible for;

• Assisting in implementing strategies to ensure weekend groups and school holiday programs offer age-appropriate and developmentally suitable activities for children and young people with disabilities​
• Attend to personal care needs of participants respectfully and compassionately​
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team, encouraging and supporting colleagues
• Provide a safe and happy environment, adhering to relevant WH&S policies and the Disability Standards ​
• Promote independence among children and adolescents while maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment​
• Work flexible hours, including Saturdays, to meet individual participant needs and support program development

About You
As a Disability Support Worker, you will ideally have;

• Certificate III or above in Disability, childcare services or equivalent or currently completing study in certificate III or relevant experience in disability, childcare services or equivalent
• Ability to maintain an environment that minimises challenging behaviours
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to creating and maintaining a healthy and safe environment for children
• Knowledge, experience and/or training in keeping with person centered approaches and ensuring best outcomes for children with a disability
• Workers are required to have a current full NSW Driver Licence
• Access to fully maintained passenger vehicle for work purposes

The position is subject to the following clearances prior to commencement:

• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance
• National Criminal History Check Clearance

About the Organisation
Barnardos Australia is one of Australia’s leading children’s social care agencies, focused on building relationships between children, young people, their families and the community. Over the next 5 years, Barnardos commits to supporting more vulnerable children to thrive through effective evidence-informed and research-based programs.

Applicants from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background are strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits of Working for Barnardos

• Development through individual and group mentoring
• Secondments, acting up and project work
• Flexible working arrangements
• Cultural leave
• A day off during NAIDOC week
• Additional annual leave during Christmas/New Year break
• Volunteer opportunities at community events and many more
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff are further supported by the Aboriginal Cultural Unit (ACU) and Barnardos Indigenous Group (BIG) to meet their cultural needs within the organisation.

Salary: Base $63,521 to $71,085 (pro rata) per annum plus leave loading plus superannuation. Packaging available to receive $15,860 of your salary tax free. Motor vehicle packaging available on selected roles.

To be considered for roles with Barnardos you will need to have (or be willing to have conducted) a National Police Clearance and current Working with Children check Clearance (or APP number) and for the ACT a Drivers History Check, Working with Vulnerable People Card and CYPS Check.

Vaccination for COVID-19 is a condition of employment and engagement with Barnardos.

How to apply:
To register your interest hit APPLY NOW and submit your Resume. For a confidential discussion please call Tania Condoluci 02 9218 2346