Careers

• Bedford Learning and Experiences program located in Port Pirie and Wallaroo
• Casual roles available with most shifts offered within school hours
• Respected and well-known environment
• 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 support 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

Port Pirie and Wallaroo Learning and Experiences (previously known as Day Options) have casual roles available with shifts being offered for both sites. This role provides an opportunity to engage in a variety of activities with our clients, focusing on empowering them to achieve their goals and develop new skills within a supportive, positive, and fun environment.

Other responsibilities include:

• Provide 1:1 or 1:3 support
• Support clients to achieve their NDIS goals
• Complete progress and incident reports
• Work with clients to promote individual choice and control
• Provide transport to clients as required
• Maintain a duty of care for clients, other staff, and yourself

About You

As a qualified support worker with knowledge of the NDIS Practice Standards, Code of Conduct and Quality and Safeguarding Framework, you will have a person-centred approach, and a genuine passion for working with people with disability to help them achieve their goals and build new skills. You will be enthusiastic and energetic in your approach and as a bonus, may have the opportunity to share one of your own hobbies, skills, or passions with the clients, contributing to the success of our growing Day Options program.

Other knowledge, skills and attributes include:

• Minimum Cert III in Disability (or equivalent)
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Flexibility to be on call and work a range of shifts
• Strong written and verbal skills
• 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
• Most shifts are within school hours, so more work-life balance
• Encouraging and supportive team environment
• Dedicated training days to enhance your skills within the industry
• 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
• 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 Alisa Veal, Regional Manager Learning & Experiences on (08) 7231 4999 or recruitment@bedfordgroup.com.au.

All enquires will be treated in confidence.

Applications close 10th January 2025 - Click here to apply.

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.

If you require any adjustments to support your application or the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact the recruitment team on 08 8275 0211 or via email at recruitment@bedfordgroup.com.au. We're committed to promoting a welcoming and supportive environment for all candidates, and we look forward to hearing from you.