SIL Coordinator – Holiday Inn

Community Lifestyle Support Ltd (CLS) prides itself as not-for-profit community organisation that’s been operating for over 25 years, providing a holistic, person centred support to people residing throughout the Bundaberg and Fraser Coast Regions (Hervey Bay & Maryborough).

CLS is dedicated to the provision of innovative, best-practice services to individuals living with disability. Our purpose is to build a thriving community that celebrates diversity, embraces equality & inspires creativity.

CLS is seeking a Part-Time Supported Independent Living Coordinator (SILC) for one of our Complex Care SILs in the Fraser Coast area. Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, you will actively support individuals living with a disability, their families and carers, to enable them to live the life they choose.

Complex Care – Behaviour Support

Work in an environment where you provide high-quality support to participants living with complex needs including mental health, behaviour support and communication challenges. You will be required to work within a framework of positive behaviour support and to implement restrictive practices safely and ethically. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with CLS specialists and allied health professionals to better understand the person’s individual needs and improve their quality of life.”

As a SILC, you will:

• Lead and plan support for CLS clients with disabilities to participate in a range of life areas based on the goals of their individual support plans.
• Advocate on behalf of CLS clients, families/guardians, and their friends to support inclusion, participation, and respect for their rights.
• Administer medication treatments and therapies or seek appropriate medical assistance according to prescribed CLS protocols.
• Work to develop and maintain team morale and effectiveness and provide day-to-day mentoring and practice knowledge.
• Be professionally accountable for autonomous decisions that impact on CLS clients and staff, made within bounds of CLS policies and with management support.
• Strengthen and enhance the participants’ abilities to self-direct their own supports and participate in the community.
• Build effective relationships with CLS clients, families/guardians, and their friends while maintaining appropriate and professional boundaries
• Clear and accurate record keeping of information, time, and expenses.
• Willingness and ability to comply with and support the policies and practices of CLS.
• An ability to schedule, manage and maintain effective meetings, events and appointments.
• Monitor plan outcomes and expenditures to ensure the plan remains in budget.
• Accompany clients on outings.
• Help our clients to learn new skills and socialise in their local community.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Assist in the preparation of nutritious meals.
• Other duties consistent with the position where required and/or requested by CLS Management from time to time.

Successful candidates will be required to demonstrate the following essential criteria:

• Flexibility to work a variety of supports, including morning, afternoon, night shifts and availability on the weekend or every second weekend (is a must)
• Currently hold at a minimum certificate III in Disabilities or related industry.
• Possess great customer care & communication skills.
• Work with minimum supervision.
• Have a positive, empathetic, helpful approach and able to work within a confidential environment
• Be solutions focused
• Demonstrate confidentiality and awareness of diversity and sensitive issues.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Has worked or is currently working in a similar role – Desirable.

Training will be provided, but experience is beneficial:

• Experience providing Complex Supports
• Manual Handling
• Recognition of non-verbal cues
• Personal care including showering, toileting, and aide changing
• Medication administration
• Bowel management
• Seizure management
• Knowledge of Restrictive Practices
• Positive Behaviour Support Plans
• Supporting clients with challenging behaviours (MAYBO)

What’s in for you:

• Be part of a curious, supportive and caring team
• Flexible work options
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for internal career path advancement
• Opportunities for professional development
• Competitive Hourly Rates
• Salary packaging options to increase your net income. Find out more at https://eziway.net.au/

Applications are being reviewed as they are received, with shortlisted applicants contacted to attend an interview.

This position does not have a closing date. We review applications daily and will close the vacancy when the position has been filled.

To apply for this position, click on “Quick Apply” and submit your resume and cover letter, addressing the essential criteria noted above.

NOTE: During the Interview you will be asked to provide a copy of the NDIS “Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You” certificate accessible for FREE via https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/node/1236