Social Connections Support Worker

Who are we?
Kurrajong have worked for over 68 years helping people with disability to achieve their goals and live a life of their choice in open, accessible and inclusive communities. We are a not-for-profit National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider. Our Head Office is based in Wagga Wagga, but we are located throughout the Riverina Murray region.

About the Opportunity
Kurrajong are seeking talented individuals to join our Social Connections Team in Wagga Wagga. As a Social Connections Support Worker, you’ll be responsible for supporting people living with disability to engage in  social and community based activities.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Contribute to creating an environment that empowers people with disabilities
• Provide support to people with disability to look after themselves while enhancing their independence and self-determination
• Support the integration of people with disabilities in the community
• Provide support during Social Connections programs.

Benefits of Working at Kurrajong
Our goal is to be the best disability services provider - both for clients and our staff. People are at the centre of our business, and we happily provide them with the following:

• Rewarding and positive workplace culture.
• Staff wellbeing program, including access to the Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to paid parental leave after two years of service.
• Salary packaging

This position is remunerated at a base rate of $36.22 per hour, plus 25% casual loading, superannuation and access to attractive salary packaging

Experience

• Experience in disability services, community participation, program coordination or a similar role
• Ability to implement safe work practices and meet compliance requirements.

Interested in Applying?
To learn more about the opportunity please contact Deanne Bolesta, Social Connections Manager 04•• ••• 920.

Applications will be considered as they are received. Apply by providing a current resume and covering letter addressing why you would like to be considered for the role via our website www.kurrajong.com.au/careers.

All applicants must have or be eligible to hold a NDIS Worker Screening Check and NSW Working with Children Check.

Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009) certificates are also essential requirements of this role.

Our Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce 
We are an EEO employer. Kurrajong does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, colour, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion, political views, socioeconomic status or any other protected attributes under Australian legislation. We believe each person's uniqueness makes us even better at the work we do.

Our vision is to create open, accessible and inclusive communities for all.