Endeavour Foundation is one of Australia’s largest employers of people living with disability. Our people live and breathe our purpose every day, with flexible working, great perks, and work/life balance. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive culture where our employees can grow, learn, and do their best work. Our purpose is simple - make possibility a reality.
About The Role
Through the Defence Assistance Program (DAP) our Support Officers support Endeavour employees who assist Defence personnel to focus on their core duties. Endeavour Foundation deliver the DAP program in partnership with Defence at ten sites nationally. We directly employ staff in QLD, NSW, SA, NT and VIC and we work with service partners to deliver the Defence Assistance Program in ACT and WA. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a DAP Support Officer based at Lavarack Barracks, Townsville. This is a permanent full-time role for 76 hours per fortnight, Monday to Friday.
In This Role You Will Be Responsible For
Provide full supervision and on-the-job training to the Supported PersonnelIdentify the tasks to be undertaken for each administrative support activityManage timeframes for delivery of services with Defence Personnel using the Services at the time an administrative support job is lodgedSchedule daily DAP Team workloads to ensure administrative support requirements are completed on timeIn consultation with Defence Personnel, set quality control standards and ensure these standards are maintainedFacilitate the integration of the Supported Personnel into the Defence workplace; andNotify the Defence Representative of any closures or reduced staffing due to absences of DAP Team members. Participate in on-the-job training and meetings and comply with Endeavour Foundation’s and Defence policies and procedures.
What You Will Bring
This is a role where you will be interacting with your team and Defence personnel. So, you must be a \"people person\" with good communication skills.Participate in team building activities.Assist other members of the team where necessary in creating a happy and safe team environment.A positive attitude with the ability to remain calmExperience working with people with a disability preferably in an employment settingDemonstrated experience in coaching individuals and delivering learning opportunities, preferably for those with disabilitySkills and knowledge associated with working within a positive behaviour support framework.Interpersonal and strong communication skills required to develop relationships with team members and stakeholders and deal with issues of a sensitive natureConflict management and negotiation skillsHold a current First Aid and CPR certificateHold a current Class C Drivers LicenceCertificate III or IV in Community Services – Disability Work or Aged Care (desirable)Ability to obtain a Baseline Security Clearance from the Australian Government & Security Vetting Agency (must be an Australian citizen)Proficiency in using current MS Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and communication technologies.
Why should you join Endeavour Foundation?
Salary Packaging Benefits, package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free. Less tax = more take home pay for you!In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)An Employee Assistance Program - a free and confidential counselling service available to all staff and their family membersDiscounts on Corporate Private Health Insurance Plans, whitegoods and appliancesPaid Parental Leave and Salary ContinuanceFree flu vaccinationsHow can salary packaging make a real difference to your pay? Find out more.
How You Can Apply
Please note, before commencing with Endeavour Foundation and should you be successful, you will be required to undertake a Defence Baseline Security Clearance.
If this is the opportunity for you, click ‘Apply’ below; we look forward to hearing from you!
Endeavour Foundation encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant's needs.