Community Worker

Why join us?

At Recovery Disability Services, we believe that the best way to empower individuals and families is to serve them with excellence and compassion. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred supports that enrich the lives of our participants and communities.

We value work-life balance and offer the opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

The Role 

We are seeking experienced Community Workers to join our Queensland House team in Redbank Plains.

This rewarding role involves supporting a male participant with complex mental health needs to achieve his individual goals, maintain independence, develop life skills, and actively participate in his community. You will play a vital role in providing person-centred support, promoting wellbeing, and creating a safe, positive, and empowering environment that enhances the participant's quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in age-appropriate activities and tasks

• Provide personal care and daily living support

• Support community access and participation in activities

• Assist with meal preparation and household tasks

• Administer medication in accordance with policy and training

• Complete progress notes and documentation

• Follow individual support plans and risk management procedures

• Work in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements

About You

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Community Worker

• Experience supporting participants with mental health needs and behaviours of concern

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to build positive relationships with participants and their support networks

• Certificate III in Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, or equivalent (preferred)

• Current First Aid and CPR Certificates

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card)

• Current Australian Driver's Licence

• Reliable vehicle with current registration and comprehensive insurance

• Current National Police Check

• Current Blue Card / Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

• Medication Administration Certificate (desirable)

Recovery Disability Services considers gender a genuine occupational requirement for this position under Division 2 (Subdivision 2, Section 25) of the QLD Anti-Discrimination Act 1991.

Apply

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of people living with disability, we would love to hear from you. Click "Quick Apply" to submit your application.

If you have further questions or wish to find out more about the role, email us at **@recoveryds.com.au