Community Living Options (CLO) is a leading NDIS registered disability service provider.

We are a values-focused organisation, who put the people we support first. Established in 1982 by a group of local parents who wanted respite and accommodation for their adult children, we have expanded exponentially because our participants love our services.

At Community Living Options we are dedicated to providing an inclusive environment where people are valued and supported. We welcome applicants with lived experience, all abilities, cultural background, gender, sexuality, age and spirituality.

About Me

I am a 50-year-old woman of Greek heritage living in Glandore. My preferred form of communication is AUSLAN (Australian sign language) but I also communicate via pen and paper. I would prefer my support staff to be fluent in AUSLAN. I love reading and going to the library. I also enjoy shopping and dining at hungry jacks.

The Role

An Opportunity is available to join my team of wonderful support workers who help to facilitate my daily life. My support workers assist me on a 1 to 1 throughout the day.

Key responsibilities:

Assist me with ADL’s

Personal care

Manual Handling

In home activities such as cooking and arts

Support me to achieve my goals to reach my potential in all facets of my life.

Support my life skill development through proper implementation of established plans and programs to support the achievement of goal outcomes for me.

Actively engage in person centred active support.

Maintain accurate records.

Shifts

I am looking for someone to support me on a casual/PT basis with the potential to join the team part time in the future. My shifts are generally but not limited to 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm and sleepover until the 7:00 am on the following day.

The ideal candidate will have:

NDIS Worker Screening or DHS Disability related check

Current Driver's Licence

Current First Aid and CPR certificate

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability/Aged Care) or other relevant qualification

AUSLAN Proficiency is desirable

Positive Behaviour Support training

Diabetes Management

Dysphagia training

Manual Handling Level 2

About you:

I am looking for a creative and positive person to join my team. I am looking for someone who would help with my needs and goals. I need support to learn how to plan, shop for, and cook healthy meals to help me live a healthy lifestyle

Other requirements:

Experience in working with people who have experience with high behaviours of concern’s

Ability to implement individualised developmental programs.

Experience implementing positive behaviour support strategies.

Flexible working hours

Experience in various models of support preferred.

Ability to adapt quickly to changes in service delivery.

The Offer
To get you started, we ensure that you are feeling comfortable and confident in the role. You will be offered full training by CLO which includes buddy shifts with my core team.

Most importantly, you'll have an opportunity to join my energetic team and help me to live my best life. I would hope that we will develop a strong relationship, and you will understand my requirements and be able to assist me.

Joining CLO, you will be provided with:

Supportive and inclusive team environment

Ongoing training and development support

Salary Packaging benefits (up to $15,899 p.a tax-free)

Position with purpose whereby you will be making a difference.

Discounted Gym Memberships

Discounted Health Insurance

Our Values

Trust: We are open and honest. We act with integrity.

Kindness: We support each other, we are compassionate.

Inclusion: Embracing value in diversity and breaking down the barriers.

Learning: In learning we will grow

Connection: We work together to achieve our goals

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, or to find out more, please call the Recruitment Team on 72219550 for a confidential discussion or submit an application today.