Do you enjoy working in a diverse and dynamic workforce?
Do you have a passion for supporting people with disability to lead a more independent life?
Do you share our values of Integrity, Connectedness, Individuality and Courage?
About us:
We are The Bridge Incorporated! We are a progressive, innovative, and values-based organisation that provides a variety of support services to individuals with disability, and young people experiencing disadvantage, across the Northern and South-Eastern suburbs. The Bridge was founded by community to address the gaps facing locals with a disability, and more than fifty years later we are as committed as we were then to our mission of “transforming lives through empowerment, choice, support, advocacy and connections to home, work and community” and pursuing our vision of a “connected society where people of all abilities achieve their full potential”!
We’re growing! We’re dynamic! We’re seeking great people with passion and an innovative edge to join us. We’re seeking Disability Support Workers for our Day Services, Your Supports and Getaways programs at The Bridge with immediate work available (following onboarding procedures) as well as shifts starting in the new year.
About our services:
The main objectives of the role is to provide high quality supports to participants in a variety of activities in the community and at home, whilst promoting independence and inclusion in the community, and our services include Day Services, Your Supports, and Getaways.
Our Day Services are located across about North and South-Eastern suburbs, and we are currently seeking Support Workers to join our Dandenong, Springvale South, Narre Warren, Berwick, Pakenham, and Cranbourne locations. Here we support our participants to work towards their NDIS goals while providing individual and group support including personal care, manual handling and behavioural support. Service hours are between Monday and Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm, making it great for achieving a work/life balance. Better yet, no day is the same! One day you might be providing 1:1 support to a participant, the next you may be supporting a group on a cooking program or at rock n roll dancing! One thing is for sure, you won’t be bored! Our staff are friendly and inviting, and our Service Coordinators who manage the Day Services have a wealth of industry experience and knowledge, making for a great atmosphere for further learning and support!
Our Your Supports Team offer support to our participants on an individual or group basis, which may involve in-home support, such as assisting with duties around the house and undertaking of daily routines, or supporting them to be out and about, hitting the gym, park, shops, events and more! Some shifts are transport focused, and involve shuttling* participants to and from their destinations, which is ideal for those who have limited availability, or only able to commit to short timeframes. Our Getaways Team is involved with facilitating holidays, weekends away and day activities for participants, providing the opportunity for respite, and social engagements, of which both participants and Support Workers have a lot of fun! Working within the Your Supports and Getaways Teams is a great option for those seeking flexibility in their lifestyle, as this underpins the nature of the service. Both services support participants across the South-Eastern suburbs, and may be in either a one on one setting, providing individualised support, Some participants require assistance on a once-off basis, whilst others may have ongoing and more regular support needs over a period of time, depending on the needs and goals of the participant, and as such, there is the opportunity to be involved in whatever capacity you are able to commit to! Whether your preference is working throughout the week, or weekends, mornings or nights, our Your Supports and Getaways Teams have shifts for you, with Your Supports providing support all week around, and our Getaways Team active from Friday to Sunday!
We are especially interested to hear from applicants who have experience with clients with who require personal care, manual handling and transferring processes, travel training, and behaviours of concern; as well as those interested in early morning shifts! .
What our Support Workers need to come onboard:
All of our staff members at The Bridge will share our commitment to upholding dignity, independence and empowerment when supporting people with disabilities.
Selection Criteria for the role is as follows:
• Certificate III or IV in Disability or a social service/health related course (minimum)
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification
• Working With Children’s Check (desirable)
• Ability to work with a broad cross section of people with varying degrees of support requirements and behaviours of concern
• The ability to promote independence, and encourage participants in pursuit of achieving their individualised goals
• Flexibility and adaptability
• A well-developed ability to problem solve, think creatively and ‘outside of the box’
• Demonstrated ability to comply with safety processes and procedures
• Ability to remain calm and seek appropriate support and guidance when required
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• Sound computer skills in MS Office, and using mobile applications, as well as experience using Client Management Systems
• Ability to build rapport with a range of individuals, from participants, to families to other staff and leadership
• Current and valid Victorian driver’s licence
• Comprehensive car insurance is essential for our Your Supports services as driving participants in your vehicle is required.
Why join The Bridge?
In addition to be able to offer a fun and dynamic culture in which every day is different, we are also able to provide the following perks:
• Salary Sacrificing benefits
• Free Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Support and mentoring from experienced leaders and team members
• Discounted Health Insurance
• A flexible work environment
• Being part of a socially conscious organisation that values Individuality, Courage, Integrity and Connectedness!
How to apply:
At The Bridge we are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion and encourage all applications.
We also prioritise the health and wellbeing of our staff, students and volunteers, and participants, and as such appointment to the position is subject to the following:
• Completing and maintaining a satisfactory NDIS Worker Screening Check over the course of employment
• Providing two satisfactory references checks
• Providing evidence of holding the right to work in Australia.
If you meet the following criteria, we would like you to introduce yourself and tell us a little more about you and your experience and why you would be suited to these roles. Please submit a current resume ad cover-letter detailing your skills and experience.
Applicants who have applied to our “Casual Disability Support Worker – Day Services” or “Casual Disability Support Worker – Your Supports and Getaways” Job ads in the past four months need not apply.
Questions about the process of role can be addressed to our People and Capability Partners via the following
E: hrhelpdesk@thebridgeinc.org.au P: 03 8710 8541
The Bridge Connects is a service of The Bridge Inc. Reg. A0033971H
