About the Role
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Support Workers are critical to delivering our organisational purpose. We're seeking passionate individuals who share our commitment to human rights and creating positive change.
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We pride ourselves on providing tailored support that respects the dignity and equality of every adult, young person, or child living with a disability and complex needs. Our Support Workers ensure that every individual receives the care and understanding they deserve.
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The Ideal Candidate
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We're looking for individuals who embody empathy and compassion, with a keen understanding of diverse experiences. Excellent communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively as part of a values-driven team.
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Candidates should be enthusiastic about supporting adults, young people, and children with disabilities to live fulfilling lives. A passion for human rights and a willingness to learn and adapt are also essential.
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Benefits of Working with Us
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We offer a range of benefits, including salary packaging, fitness passport, employee assistance program, discounted health insurance, recognition and rewards, and job satisfaction through making a real difference in people's lives.
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Your Skills and Qualifications
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You'll need relevant certification, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly according to service provision requirements. A strong sense of accountability, reliability, and confidentiality is also essential.
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Able to demonstrate cultural awareness and an inclusive mindset, respecting and celebrating diversity. You'll need to uphold Aruma's values and purpose in all aspects of your work.
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We encourage candidates with a disability to apply, as their valuable insights will enrich our advocacy efforts and foster a more inclusive world.
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What You Need to Succeed
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- Be enthusiastic about supporting adults, young people, and children with disabilities to live fulfilling lives.
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- Have flexibility to work a range of shift patterns.
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- Possess skills, qualities, and personal attributes that can be used in different situations in a person-centred and values-based approach.
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- Demonstrate cultural awareness and an inclusive mindset.
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- Have an understanding of and ability to support an adult, young person, or child with their personal care and domestic duties in a respectful and dignified manner.
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- Uphold a strong sense of accountability, reliability, and confidentiality.
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- Demonstrate a collaborative approach, actively engaging with team members.
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- Ability to fulfill the job requirements, including manual handling tasks.
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- Show proficiency in computer and technology use including the Microsoft suite.
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- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with people who are verbal or non-verbal.