• Full-time hours: 9am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday
• Join a supportive team in the communities/disabilities sector
• Located in a vibrant office in New Farm

As a member of the Development Worker Team, you will be responsible for building trusting relationships, providing mentorship, and fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity. Your expertise in social role valorisation and person-centered practices will be essential in guiding individuals through life transitions and helping them develop valued community roles.

In collaboration with the person and their families/network, and Staffing Options’ colleagues explore, design and where required establish individualized support arrangements that will –

• Develop person-centered supports around the person
• Engage support workers, team leaders/facilitators who have the appropriate skills, knowledge and experience
• Induct, and provide ongoing and refresher training for the person’s support workers
• Provide supervision and mentoring of support staff and/or team leader to achieve the person’s goals and outcomes, including the performance management of support staff as required
• Create a culture where everyone feels valued and respected and the primacy of the person’s home over a workplace is considered
• Keep the support focused on the person at all times
• Communicate the person’s goals, clarify procedures and reinforce processes
• Help the team members commit and assist the person they support to take ownership of vision, goals and procedures
• Equip support workers with the knowledge and skills to communicate effectively and respectfully with the person they are supporting
• Tailor training to the specific needs of the person the team supports
• Map networks and link formal and informal support, and identify gaps

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional who shares our commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities and their families.

• Tertiary qualifications in social welfare or related fields are preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role within the disability or aged care sector.
• Strong understanding of Australian statutory and regulatory compliance in the disability sector.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on conflict resolution and teamwork.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate adaptability, ethical practice, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, ensuring that the needs of the individuals and families we support are met effectively.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• A supportive and friendly work environment
• Paid lunch breaks and birthday leave
• Access to health treatments from our company practitioner
• Convenient office location with public transport access
• Access to EAP

If you possess the relevant skills and experience, and are eager to contribute to a values-driven organisation, we encourage you to apply. Please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position.