Community Support Workers | Supported Living Who are we? Kurrajong have worked for over 68 years helping people with disability to achieve their goals and live a life of their choice in open, accessible and inclusive communities. We are a not-for-profit National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider. Our Head Office is based in Wagga Wagga, but we are located throughout the Riverina Murray region About the Opportunity Kurrajong is looking for passionate and enthusiastic Community Support Workers to join our Supported Living teams in Deniliquin. These opportunities are casual and can work across a 24/7 roster, including overnight sleepover and active shifts in our group homes. As a Community Support Worker , you will be responsible for providing a quality service to meet the individual needs of our clients. This includes: Contributing to create an environment that empowers people with disabilities. Providing support to people with disability to look after themselves while enhancing their independence and self-determination. Supporting the integration of people with disabilities in the community. Championing a safe workplace by eliminating or minimising risk to the health and safety of yourself and those around you. Importantly, you must demonstrate a real desire to work with people living with disability and have a sound understanding of how to best assist them to live a life of their choice. Current First Aid & CPR training are requirements of this role. What’s in it for you? At Kurrajong, our goal is to be the best disability services provider – both for clients and our staff. Our people are at the centre of our business, so we are happy to reward staff with the following: Generous remuneration Paid parental leave Structured onboarding and training Staff wellbeing program including EAP access Interested in Applying? To learn more about the opportunity please contact Outreach Services Manager, Zena Wahanui on 0437 357 690 or email zwahanui@kurrajong.com.au to discuss. Applications will be considered as they are received. Apply by providing a current resume and covering letter addressing why you would like to be considered for the role via our website www.kurrajong.com.au/careers. All applicants must have or be eligible to hold a NDIS Worker Screening Check & NSW Working with Children Check. Our Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce We are an EEO employer. Kurrajong does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, colour, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion, political views, socioeconomic status or any other protected attributes under Australian legislation. We believe each person’s uniqueness makes us even better at the work we do. Our vision is to create open, accessible and inclusive communities for all people.
