Job Description
Working at Achieve is more than just a job.
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Our team makes a real difference in people's lives every day - and we make sure to support our staff too. We create a workplace where everyone feels safe to be themselves.
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We welcome people from all backgrounds because we know that different experiences, languages, and cultures help us better support our clients and make Achieve stronger.
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We're committed to making sure everyone can take part - whether that's through physical access or by making sure people feel included in how things are done and how decisions are made.
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Achieve Australia is a for purpose community organisation that provides services to people with disability and an NDIS- registered provider.
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About the role
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As an Assistant in Nursing at Achieve Australia, your primary goal is to provide person-centered quality support services to people with a disability. You will support our clients to set and reach goals that are important to them and make decisions about how best to live the life they choose.
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This is a 6-month Max term opportunity for someone to work on 56 hours per fortnight basis.
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Role responsibilities
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As an Assistant in Nursing, you will work in a group home setting and support clients to build their independence and relationships.
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Your duties will include:
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Provide an enjoyable, respectful, and safe environment for all people we support.
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Provide personal/physical care and support to clients including, but not limited to, grooming, toileting, meal preparation and assistance, home support, transport and medication administration.
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Support the use of physical and communication aids and devices and other personal equipment where required.
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Provide support that will enable clients to participate successfully in individual interests, hobbies, and relationships in the community.
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Support clients to access recreational services, transport services, including public transport, taxis, Achieve Australia vehicles.
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Advocate for and assist clients, their families, and significant people in their lives to access and engage with community.
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Complete client documentation including writing case notes, updating our client management system, communication booklets, medical documentation, etc.
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To be successful in this role you will need
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Relevant qualifications (minimum Cert III in Disability or Individual Support).
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Strong interpersonal, role modelling, and customer service skills.
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Problem-solving abilities with an ability to adapt to changing environments.
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Understanding of and commitment to National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and Code of Conduct and Workplace Health and Safety.
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Awareness of human rights and challenges facing individuals with disabilities.
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Ability to transport clients in Achieve Australia vehicles (automatic gearbox) across the region. Candidates without a current NSW driver's licence are subject to a risk assessment.
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Experience in working with and supporting adults and/or children with complex disability.
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Great employee benefits
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Regular training and support to succeed in your role, including paid induction for frontline staff.
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A robust record of promoting from within.
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Achieve Australia takes safe hiring seriously.
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We want to make sure the people we support are safe and well, and we expect all staff to help make that happen.
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As part of applying for a job with us, you might need to go through some checks before you start. These could include things like:
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Reference checks
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National Police check
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NDIS Worker Check
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Working with Children check
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Verification of your right to work in Australia.
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Please note that a criminal history does not automatically affect employment opportunities.
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Accessibility and more information
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If you need any reasonable adjustments to help you apply, participate in the process and set you up for success, please reach out—we're here to support you.
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Reasonable adjustments are also available to support staff in their roles beyond recruitment.
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If you'd like a copy of the role description, have questions about the role, or need help applying, please contact us at
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or call **********.
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To learn more about Achieve Australia, visit our website:

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📌 Assistant In Nursing (New South Wales)
🏢 Achieve Australia
📍 New South Wales