Aware, Wodonga is seeking a part time Disability Education Support Assistant to supervise and support participants to achieve their goals under programs staff

Aware Program is a registered NDIS provider offering positive options for people with disability. A variety of employment, training and lifestyle opportunities are on offer alongside computer labs, classrooms, a recreation room, gym, movie theatre room and other facilities.

Core Workplace Objectives

• Liaise with relevant programs staff to discuss daily plans/participant support needs.
• Supervise and support participants to achieve their goals under supervision of programs staff.
• Knowledge and understanding of the NDIS and its requirements.
• Provide both individual person-centres supports and group settings.

Workplace Tasking & Key Responsibilities

• Working knowledge of NDIS and its requirements, together with ability to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Take directions from the programs staff to support participants.
• Supervision of participants in the community and at Aware facilities under direction of programs staff.
• Deliver to a group of participants in a team environment, with individual adjustments as required for the cohort.
• Transport participants in a 12-seater bus on outings to and from Aware to their home - no special license required.
• Monitor participants safety and well-being and report any concerns.
• Demonstrate a willingness to mentor a variety of participants.

For this position with our company, applicants must:

• Have strong interpersonal skills, enabling you to establish rapport and ongoing relationships with all participants.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a strong team.
• Be highly organised and have strong attention to detail.
• Have experience and/or demonstrated ability in working within the disability sector.
• Demonstrate the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Have strong written and oral communication skills.
• Have basic computer skills and database knowledge.

For this position with our company, applicants must be willing and able to provide:

• Current Australian Drivers Licence
• National Police Check issued in the 3 months prior to offer and annually thereafter
• Working with Children’s Check
• NDIS Screeners Check
• Certificate IV in Disability or relevant industry experience
• CPR and First Aid Certificate

Benefits of AWARE:

• Attractive PBI Salary packaging is on offer through Maxxia
• Uniform provided
• 15 days paid personal leave
• Paid parental leave provisions
• Access to an Employee Assistant Program

Work Hours

• Part-time Maximum hours 32
• Monday -Thursday 7:45am to 4:15pm
• While we can offer flexible start and finish times for the right candidate, some core hours are required for this role.

If you have any questions regarding the role please contact Andrea Jack Manager Employment Training & Lifestyle via email ([email protected]).

Applications close on 18 July 2025 however all applications will be reviewed upon submission, interviews and appointment may occur prior to the close date.