Job Type: Casual
Location: Regional SA
Job Category: Community Services and Development
About Novita
Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.
Novita is South Australia's most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we're evolving every day.
Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that's big, but personal.
We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential.
Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals.
And the sheer variety of Novita's offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.
Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.
Job Description
About You
You're passionate about empowering people with disabilityYou're reliable, respectful and thrive in a team environmentYou communicate well and build strong connectionsYou're flexible and ready to support clients in varied settingsYou hold the required certificates
About The Role
This casual position based in Kadina offers variety and purpose, supporting people with disability across different settings.
Deliver individualised support in clients' homes,
the community and in the officeProvide overnight respite care as neededPromote independence and community inclusionWork collaboratively with a passionate support team
Desired Skills And Experience
Knowledge, skills and experience
Lived experience supporting people with disability is highly regardedStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work respectfully across diverse backgroundsComfortable with personal care, mobility support and behaviour managementReliable, versatile and committed to empowering others
What You'll Need Before Starting
Minimum Certificate III in Disability, Individual Support, Community ServicesAchievement of certain certifications are mandatory requirements for this role; in applying you must be willing to undertake training in fields such as medication management, NDIS Worker Orientation Modules, First Aid, CPR, manual handling and othersThe successful applicant may be required to work Shift Work, In-Home and in other community settingsDriver's licence and willingness to drive personal and Novita vehiclesCurrent Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check
We're serious about safeguarding our clients.
If you don't have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we'll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.
All Novita employees are required to undertake mandatory training relevant to their role.
Why join Novita in Kadina?
Enjoy a rewarding career in a beautiful regional location with a supportive team and great lifestyle benefits.
A laid-back lifestyle with short commutes and coastal livingSmall, close-knit teams that value collaboration and supportExplore a regional tourist destination and discover more of what SA has to offer
You'll Also Enjoy a Range Of Other Benefits
Hourly rate paid in accordance with the Social, Community Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award **** (SCHADS) plus 12% superannuationShift variation and flexibilityMandatory training and professional development providedFurther maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits
Apply Now
For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Jessica Finlayson on ******
We are looking to undertake interviews as applications are submitted.
So, don't delay if you are wanting to join our team!
Novita may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified before the listed closing date.
Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment.
Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.
Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.
Achieve your amazing at Novita.
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