Disability Support Worker

CASPA SERVICES LTD – POSITION VACANCY – Disability Support Worker – Far North Coast NSW

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a great opportunity for an NDIS Disability Support Worker to join our Lismore NDIS team on a Casual basis across the Northern Rivers region of NSW. Please note, CASPA requires availability for overnight and day-times shifts for this role.

NDIS Disability Support Workers are responsible for implementing scheduled NDIS supports aimed at maximising the independent living, social and recreational skills, and capacity of people with disability. We are looking for people experienced, passionate and knowledgeable about working with people with disabilities, and whose values align with ours: ‘Inspiring People to Thrive.’

To obtain a comprehensive overview of the skills and experience required, key responsibilities, and CASPA’s hiring process, please email careers@caspa.org.au.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• We believe taking care of your physical health is important. That’s why we offer subsidised memberships at a range of fitness providers and locations to support your wellbeing.
• As a not-for-profit organisation, Part-time and Full-time employees can receive up to $15,900 of their salary tax-free plus additional benefits.
• CASPA have a partnership with Summerland Bank through their Priority Partner Program. CASPA employees can assess special banking benefits
• CASPA has a partnership with Medibank, and all employees can access benefits and discounts through Medibank.
• Comprehensive systems, including a Human Resources Information System and a Central Rostering System.
• 12% Super Guarantee
• Portable Long Service Leave (NSW & QLD)
• Generous Leave Entitlements
• Supervision Sessions and opportunities for Internal Training, Career Growth & Progression

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

CASPA Services Ltd is a not-for-profit organisation providing a range of specialised care services to support complex trauma-based needs for children, young people, families, and people living with disabilities.

Our programs include Therapeutic Intensive Residential Care, Intensive Family Preservation, Therapeutic Foster Care, Restoration, and other associated care types, we are a registered NDIS provider and operate a social enterprise Maintenance and Repairs Business.

Recently, we founded our CASPA Foundation to advocate continues support and legal advice through our Lawyers 4 Hope ensuring our young people understand their rights and are heard with empathy and without discrimination.

As a growing and diversifying organisation, we have approximately 450+employees working in communities across New South Wales, Queensland, and the Northern Territory.

Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks and a valid drivers licence are requirements for employment at CASPA. Working with Children checks will be required for frontline roles in direct contact with Young People.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application via the CASPA Careers Website or, where applicable, the SEEK Website.

We encourage you to apply ASAP! We reserve the right to close this campaign at any time if we receive sufficient pool of suitable applications.

Applications will be assessed as received. Due to the volume of applications we receive, only Shortlisted Applicants will be contacted for initial screening.

A comprehensive mandatory Induction and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training will be provided upon commencement.

To ensure that your application is reviewed, please include a current Resume supported by a Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the role.