About the role

As a Skill Development Coach, you will work as part of a team to provide person centred support to people living with disability, that aligns with the participant’s NDIS goals to live a good life. This involves applying a creative approach to supporting participants and to coordinate and deliver high quality programs.

Your role will include working within a dynamic team in our Pathways Program to oversee and support meal preparation, medication administration, and personal care, as well as ensuring safe transportation of participants to and from recreational activities. This role incorporates shifts working Monday - Friday during business hours only.

About you

We are looking for someone who is passionate and experienced in supporting people with disabilities, with a strong work ethic and the ability to build positive working relationships with participants and team members.

In addition, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Minimum Certificate III or above in Individual Support
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts Monday to Friday during business hours
• Sound computer skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills

You will also need to hold (or have the ability to obtain) a current Ochre Card, Criminal History Check, NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, First Aid certificate and an NT Drivers Licence.

Why work with us?

We provide a positive work environment that encourages and promotes work/life balance, a sense of humour and having fun. In this role you will work with an awesome team who will encourage and inspire you to develop and progress your skills and career, whilst supporting Territorians with disabilities to live their best life.

We value our teams, and our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:

• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
• Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• On-site café and free on-site parking at Harry’s Place
• Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!

How to apply

The position description for the role can be viewed here: https://carpentaria.org.au/wp-content/uploads/PD-Skill-Development-Coach-231211.pdf.

To apply, please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you think you will be a great fit for our team.

We are committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity and fairness, and is safe, inclusive, and collaborative. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all abilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

For further information about the role, please contact Jess O’Brien at [email protected] or phone: (08) 8920 9400.