Careers

• An established Day Options program offering a diverse range of activities
• Casual weekday shifts from 9:00am - 4:00pm Monday to Friday at our Whyalla site
• Salary packaging opportunities available
• Supportive and inclusive environment

About Bedford

Bedford exists to support people with disability to live the life they choose through a diverse range of skill-building opportunities, from social activities, experiences, supported employment and open employment. Underpinning this is the belief that diversity, inclusion and acceptance equals belonging for people of all abilities.

People with disability who live, work, and receive care from Bedford need to do more than just get by, they should be given the opportunity and resources to learn, grow and live meaningful, confident lives.

About the Role

This casual position is located at our Whyalla Day Options site offering a range of shifts Monday to Friday between 9.00am and 4.00pm. This role provides an opportunity to engage in a variety of activities with our clients, focusing on assisting and empowering them to achieve their goals and develop new skills within a supportive, positive, and fun environment. The program changes every 12-weeks with activities including gardening, cooking, music, fitness, kayaking and exploring regional SA just to name a few.

Other responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 or 1:3 support
• Support clients to achieve their NDIS goals
• Completing progress reports and reporting incidents
• Working with clients to promote individual choice and control
• Provide transport to clients using a Bedford pool vehicle
• Maintain a duty of care for clients, other staff, and yourself

About You

As an experienced and qualified support worker with knowledge of the NDIS Practice Standards, Code of Conduct and Quality and Safeguarding Framework. You will be enthusiastic, energetic and have a person-centred approach, as well as a genuine passion for working with people with disability to help them achieve their goals and build new skills so they can live the life they choose. As a bonus, you may have the opportunity to share a hobby, skill, or passion of yours with our clients, contributing to the success of our growing Day Options program.

Other skills and qualifications include:

• Minimum Cert III in Disability (or equivalent)
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Current Manual handling certificate
• A positive focus to ‘do with and not for’ to empower our clients

For this role, the following documents must be provided prior to a formal offer of employment with Bedford.

• A National Police Clearance (no older than six months old)
• Driver’s Licence
• NDIS worker screening clearance, or other NDIS approved clearance to work in the disability sector
• Evidence of right to work in Australia
• 100 points of identification

What’s in it for you?

• Reduce the amount of tax you pay each year with access to generous PBI salary packaging which can be used towards paying rent, mortgage, utilities, loan repayments, childcare, novated leases and more
• Casual day shifts available supporting a healthy work / life balance
• Encouraging and supportive team environment
• Use of a Bedford pool vehicle to transport clients
• Work for a well-respected, and established disability organisation
• Access to Bedford’s generous rewards and recognition program
• Gain a real sense of purpose as you see clients reach their potential and watch their independence grow
• See how Bedford truly changes lives
• Experience the rewarding feeling of being a part of our clients’ journey and seeing the joy it brings

If you would like to enquire further about this opportunity, please contact Shelley Jonker – Manager Day Options and Experiences on 0468 568 725 or email recruitment@bedfordgroup.com.au. All enquires will be treated in confidence.

Applications close 17th January 2025. Apply Here

Bedford reserves the right to close applications prior to this date.

This position will be open over the holiday break with. We aim to be in contact with candidates as quickly as possible, however you may not receive an immediate response during this period.

At Bedford, we believe in fostering a diverse, accepting, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from individuals of all gender identities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, and those with disabilities.

Please do not hesitate to contact Bedford Recruitment on 08 8275 0211 or via email at recruitment@bedfordgroup.com.au to discuss any of your access needs. We're committed to promoting a welcoming and supportive environment for all candidates, and we look forward to hearing from you.