Permanent part-time and casual positions available for Support Workers wanting to make a difference in the lives of children and young people
Xavier Children's Support Network is part of the Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane and has been operating in the disability services sector in Brisbane for over 60 years. Xavier has a long and proud history of providing supports for children and young people with complex health and disability needs.
We have a number of positions available supporting children and young people with a disability. These roles work collaboratively with the family and the Xavier Service Coordinators to assist the child/young person achieve their individual goals. Our support workers are provided with comprehensive initial and on-going training and support to acquire and maintain the necessary skills.
Xavier Community shifts:
Regular shifts available both during the day and overnight. Various locations in Brisbane area supporting young children either in the home, school/daycare, Xavier Place Yeerongpilly and in the community
Xavier Place Yeerongpilly Sleepover Role:
Overnight sleepover Tuesday – Friday 10pm to 6am PLUS next morning day (am shift) 6am to 10am OR same day (pm shift) 6:30pm to 10:30pm
Person requirements:
- Have some experience and skills working with children and young people with high/complex disability support needs
- Have a genuine interest in helping our clients work towards achieving their goals
- Be willing to bring your energy and enthusiasm to each shift ensuring that the support provided is of the highest quality and in accordance with the young person's needs
- Have sound written and verbal communication skills
- Be reliable and punctual when working with busy families
- Have basic computer skills and a smartphone with internet access for work purposes
- Have a willingness to continuously learn and maintain professional skills and knowledge
- Have consistent availability to work the required hours across a fortnightly roster
- Have alignment with the attributes we value at Xavier including - honesty, integrity, treating others with dignity and respect
- Possess the physical ability to carry out all tasks required of the position.
We also require:
. A current driver's license
· An NDIS Worker Screening Check (paid worker) and a Work with Children Check/Blue Card (paid worker)
· Completion of NDIS Code of Conduct module.
. National Police Check/Certificate or willingness to obtain
· Appropriate work rights for Australia
· Current First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to acquire
· Compliance with Xavier safe work practices
· A Certificate lll in Disability/Individual Support or similar would be highly regarded but not essential
As part of your application, please provide a current copy of your resume together with a brief cover letter (up to 2 pages). Please also state which role/s you are interested in, how you meet the requirements and also when you are available to work.
As an agency within the Archdiocese of Brisbane, Xavier Children’s Support Network has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children, young people and /or vulnerable adults. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or vulnerable adults.
Please visit our website www.xavier.org.au for further information about Xavier.