Aboriginal Support Worker

Aboriginal Support Worker (Female)
Permanent Full-Time Position

We have an exciting permanent full-time, female, Aboriginal Support Worker position based in Granville. This is an Aboriginal identified position and requires working with an Aboriginal client/s, to meet cultural and wellbeing needs.

New Horizons is a great place to work and grow. Our people don’t just work with us because they have the skills and experience to do the job, they work with us because they have a positive, authentic, inclusive personality which they bring to work every day!

Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborating with clients to develop individualised support plans (that take into account their wellbeing and goals).                       
- Complete Risk Management Plans for clients
- Provide support to clients to improve their independence by assisting with living skills, transport, social activities, medication and personal care when required.
- Develop and maintain professional relationships and networks with customers, families, caregivers and key stakeholders.
- Seek out innovative ways to enhance the clients life/journey!
- Assist in reconnection with families and Indigenous communities.
- Participating and engaging in activities and outings in the community and building relationships and connections in the community.
- Keeping client records up to date on a daily basis using online systems by completing detailed notes and reports on customer progress and achievements.

You'll also need:
- Technical literacy with proven ability to use Microsoft Office and systems for reporting.
- Minimum Cert IV in Mental Health or Disability or equivalent industry experience
- Availability to work flexible shifts across a rotating 24/7 roster.
- Valid NSW Drivers C Class license, with the ability to drive large cars and vans.
- Willingness to obtain a Police Check, WWCC & NDIS Check prior to commencing with us 
- Knowledge of Mental Illness (preferably working with people with mental illness) / Experienced in the disability sector with an understanding of recovery approach's

What we’re Offering:
- Not-for-Profit, Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
- Access to flexible work arrangements
- Reward program that recognises your achievements
- Employee Assistance Program providing counselling services
- Support in growing your career through mentoring and professional development

How to Apply:
Please apply via the link – our application process is also mobile friendly.

New Horizons is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal, Female candidates to apply. New Horizons acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land. Due to the nature of this role, applicants are required to be Female of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent. In this role an applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997, as amended.