PPT Support Worker – Lidcombe, Sydney
Gender: Female Identified
Hours: 2 x 60 hours/fortnight
About the role
This is a PPT position for two PPT support workers based in Lidcombe. The role involves supporting people living with disability to live and recover within the community in the way that they want to. We strongly encourage people with a lived experience of mental‐illness to apply for this position. We empower our customers by supporting them to build independence, identify and achieve goals, engage in activities of daily life, and encourage genuine connections within the community.
Responsibilities
* Collaborate with customers to develop individualised person‐centred support plans that incorporate identified wellbeing needs, strengths, and goals.
* Provide support to customers to improve independence by assisting with skill development, transport, social activities, finances, appointments, cooking, medication and personal care as required.
* Support and encourage customers to participate in activities of their choice (e.g., social, leisure, sporting, educational, and employment activities).
* Keep customer records up to date on a daily basis using online systems and electronic databases.
* Develop and maintain professional relationships and networks with customers, families, caregivers, and key stakeholders.
* Support customers to navigate the sector to access additional services they may require.
* Seek innovative ways to enhance the recovery journey and overall customer experience with New Horizons.
Qualifications
* Minimum Cert III in disability, mental health, peer work, or equivalent.
* Valid NSW Driver's License (Class C) with ability to drive large cars and/or vans.
* Australian Federal Police Check, NSW WWCC and NDISWC, or willingness to obtain before commencing the role.
* A strong set of values that guides your work, incorporating organisational values of passion, integrity, and respect.
* Great computer skills with proven ability to use Microsoft Office and customer relationship management systems.
* Positive, authentic, inclusive personality to bring to work every day.
Benefits
* Above award pay and penalty rates.
* Salary packaging options that can increase take‐home pay.
* Up to $18,550 additional pay and $2,650 for entertainment expenses.
* Access to novated leasing, paid parental leave, and roll‐in days off for full‐time employees.
* Flexibility to purchase extra annual leave and an additional week off for working 10 weekends a year.
EEO & Cultural Statement
New Horizons is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all, including First Nations people and those from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds. New Horizons acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land.
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