We are seeking passionate, energetic and caring professionals with a “can do” attitude. who truly want to make a difference in the lives of people with disability. 

 Own It | “How we get the job done”

In Mackay we are fortunate to assist a diverse range of NDIS participants in our Supported Independent Living, Community Access, Programs and Respite Accommodation services.  Our clients have a range of disabilities and challenging behaviours. We are seeking professionals who are resilient and have a sound understanding of the importance of supporting people in line with our commitment to the NDIS practice standards.

 The allied health team provides quality support to people with a disability to improve the outcomes of its service users through implementation of appropriate supports, including therapy-based interventions and living adjustments.

 Keeping Calm & Being Happy | “How you will interact with people and other benefits”

Being part of Engedi means you are making a difference in people's lives.  Our team is made up of people who care and who are committed to enriching the lives of our clients.

 Other benefits include:

• Competitive hourly rate for experienced practitioners with opportunities for fortnightly bonuses

• Supportive and empowering management team

• Salary Sacrificing

• Relocation benefits are an option

• Professional development allowance

• Payment of fees for insurance and professional memberships

• Flexible working arrangements

 Respect | “Who we are and why we do it”

We are people who care.  Engedi provides support to people with a disability, their families and communities.  Our clients receive services designed to meet their everyday needs and support them to achieve their goals. Our workforce is committed to providing service that is caring, reliable, responsive, flexible, friendly and empathetic.  We believe that everyone should have equal opportunities.  We advocate for everyone to have a voice.  We do this by providing our clients access to quality services and dedicated professionals who can make a real difference in client lives.  

 Responsibilities will include:

• Day to day you will support our valued clients to improve their quality of life.

• Completion of all necessary assessments, report writing and interventions to improve all areas of daily living, community-based services, mobility and home safety

• Communicating assessed needs clearly and precisely to Service User / family / stakeholders including NDIS within appropriate time frames.

• Supporting our clients to engage with their local communities and culture.

• Nurturing dignity, autonomy and positive self-esteem.

  Make It Matter | “What you will bring to make a difference in other's lives”

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy

• Demonstrated experience

• Current registration with APHRA

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal

• Current drivers license (mandatory requirement)

• Current Blue Card (mandatory requirement);

• NDIS disability worker screening clearance (mandatory requirement)

• NDIS Worker Orientation Module (mandatory requirement)

• Current First Aid  and CPR certificates

Join Us | “Next steps”

If you would like to join our team, you can email a cover letter and your resume to Engedi's Allied Health Team Leader, Deb Field on:

Debf.teamleader@engedi.org.au

For all enquiring regarding this position, please contact Deb on 0424 816 532.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome, actively support and promote the employment of people from diverse groups, including: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people; people with a disability; people of diverse genders, sexes and sexualities (DGSS); culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) people; older people; and other diverse groups.

 As part of our process selected applicants will be required to undergo employment screening and probity checks prior to commencing.

Immediate start for qualified, experienced Disability Support Workers. Experience in supporting participants with complex care needs, mental health diagnosis, and behaviours of concern, required to work a variety of shifts: afternoon, sleepover and active overnight shifts, Monday through Sunday.

• Multiple Casual Positions available, with the potential of permanent part-time contracts set at 60 hours per fortnight with additional shifts as possible to accommodate staff on leave.

• Flexible shifts based on client roster needs on a 24/7 rotating roster which includes evenings, awake shifts, sleepovers and weekend shifts. 

• Previous experience required

• Must be willing to complete all job responsibilities required as listed below. 

Other benefits include:

• Competitive hourly rate (starting at Casual $40/hour weekday - day time) negotiable with relevant qualifications to job role

• Supportive and empowering management team

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Salary Sacrificing

• Access to FREE online Training Portal to further develop skills and knowledge about the role.

Responsibilities will include:

• Meeting our clients’ individual needs in the least restrictive way possible

• Mentoring clients and assisting them to develop skills - guiding people to develop independent living skills- “do with, not for”

• Being a positive role model and provide positive support to our clients in areas such as emotional behaviour, assistance with personal care and hygiene, transport, education, cooking and domestic duties

• Assisting in dispensing client medication and adherence to client support plans

• Manual handling and transport

• Completing clear, concise and factual handover notes and incident reports

• Managing complex and challenging client behaviours (including aggressive behaviours)

• Supporting our clients to engage with their local communities and culture through access to Community Participation Programs and recreational activities

• Nurturing dignity, autonomy and positive self-esteem

What you will bring:

• Hold or be working towards obtaining a qualification in disability support (preferred)

• Positive attitude

• Strong communication skills both written and verbal

• Ability to take initiative and work as part of a team

• Current driver’s license and registered vehicle (mandatory requirement)

• Current Blue Card and NDIS disability worker screening clearance. You can apply here https://portal.workerscreening.communities.qld.gov.au/ 
  (mandatory requirement)

• Current First Aid and CPR Certificates (mandatory requirement)

• NDIS Worker Orientation Module (mandatory requirement)

• Preferably previous experience supporting people with a range of behavioural concerns and needs

• Basic computer literacy (training provided on our systems)

• Be willing and available for call in shifts.  

Apply Now!

Please send your application to our Coordinator, Beth, at coordinator@engedi.org.au. 

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome, actively support and promote the employment of people from diverse groups, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people; people with a disability; people of diverse genders, sexes and sexualities (DGSS); culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) people; older people; and other diverse groups.