Practice Leader - Disability Services
# 10387
Permanent Full Time
Disability Respite Centre
• Not for profit leading organisation • Generous salary packaging benefits • Caulfield location, full time contracted position
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Practice Leader - Disability Services
· Not for profit leading organisation
· Generous salary packaging benefits
· Caulfield location, full time contracted position
Jewish Care Victoria, a not-for-profit organisation, is the largest provider of disability, aged and community services for the Jewish Community in Victoria. Services include Disability, Mental Health, Aged Residential Care, Assessment Referral and Individual Support Services and Family Services and Holocaust Survivors Programs.
We are now seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our Disability Services and lead a team of dedicated Disability Support Workers by promoting person-centred active support to facilitate community inclusion in one of many programs. This position is a full time contracted role located in Caulfield. Our aim is to empower clients to make choices, achieve their goals and lead a rewarding life.
The key responsibilities of this role are:
· Establish and maintain a supportive environment of inclusion and person centred active support
· Promote community integration in all aspects of a person’s life
· Demonstrate the ability to support individuals in a small group setting
· Support and facilitate client bookings, intake and assessment
· Empower clients to maximise personal decision-making opportunities
· Maintain effective interpersonal communication with staff and clients
· Liaise with relevant agencies/community resources, colleagues and families to ensure continuity of care and goals are met
· Commit to best practice principles by identifying and contributing to projects
· Implement Continuous Improvement in all aspects of service delivery
· Support and empower vulnerable people to report and speak out against instances of abuse or potential abuse.
· Demonstrate leadership and provide skills development to disability support workers
To be successful in this role you will have:
· Certificate IV Community Services – Disability or recognised equivalent
· Substantial experience in the disability services with a focus on community engagement
· Ability to effectively manage work schedule, and to work both independently and as part of a team
· Demonstrated ability to work with and assist staff to effectively support clients according to their individual needs and personal preferences
· Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications and good computer skills
· Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
· Level 2 First Aid Certificate, Police Check and Working with Children’s Check
· Full time availability in school holiday periods
Jewish Care is committed to the professional development of all staff, providing ongoing opportunities to upgrade staff skill set and expertise. We aim to provide the highest standard of professional and personal support offering flexibility and conditions not readily available elsewhere, including the option of maximising your income with salary packaging.
Our recruitment procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of our clients, relevant screening and police checks will be conducted.
Jewish Care proudly celebrates and warmly welcomes the rich diversity of our community and strives to be inclusive for all, including the LGBTI+ community
Jewish Care acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. Our services and supports are provided on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people, and we deeply respect and honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to land, waters and community.
We look forward to hearing from you today
Posted : 13/01/2021
Closing: 30/01/2021
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Facility Manager
# 10384
Permanent Full Time
Gary Smorgon House (Caulfield)
This is an excellent leadership opportunity for an experienced Facility Manager to make a positive impact on the lives of our Elders and staff.
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Posted : 11/12/2020
Closing: 31/01/2021
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Rostering Officer
# 10379
Permanent Full Time
Head Office (St Kilda Road)
We are recruiting for an experienced and enthusiastic Rostering Officer to join our high performing Bluestar Rostering Team!
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Posted : 18/11/2020
Closing: 31/01/2021
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Volunteer Coordinator
# 10374
Permanent Part Time
Head Office (St Kilda Road)
Jewish Care are seeking a vibrant Volunteer Coordinator to organise and rollout programs to promote volunteering within the community.
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Posted : 06/11/2020
Closing: 16/01/2021
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Jewish Life Program Coordinator
# 10370
Permanent Part Time
Hannah & Daryl Cohen Family Building
Jewish Care are seeking a Jewish Life Program Coordinator to provide pastoral care to our residents and clients of Jewish Care's Disability Services.
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Posted : 22/10/2020
Closing: 31/01/2021
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Blue Star Direct Care Worker
# 10341
Casual
Head Office (St Kilda Road)
Direct Care Workers required for part-time work (20-38 hours/week) to provide in home care to our clients.
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Posted : 21/07/2020
Closing: 31/01/2021
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Bluestar Domestic Assistant
# 10339
Casual
Head Office (St Kilda Road)
Domestic Service Assistants required, 20+ hours per week, travel between clients in your community, flexible times to suit your lifestyle!.
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Posted : 09/07/2020
Closing: 31/01/2021
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Rabbi
# 10317
Permanent Full Time
Carnegie
Jewish Care are seeking a Rabbi to be based at our Carnegie location when the new building opens in November 2020.
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Posted : 25/05/2020
Closing: 31/01/2021
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Disability Support Worker
# 10197
Permanent Part Time, Casual
Disability (Daily Living Supports)
Support people to live their lives independently & achieve their goals, work where your career is meaningful and rewarding
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Posted : 26/07/2019
Closing: 30/01/2021
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