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Hessel Group

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About us

The Hessel Group is a well-established organisation providing South Australians with a wide range of child and adult support services. We have been in operation for 25 years, working with our local community to support each individual with their specific care needs. The Hessel Group is an approved National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider. Our employees are the heart of our organisation.

About the role:

We are seeking experienced and dedicated female support workers to join our team to support our young client living in the Marion area. Certificate III and Allied Health students encouraged to apply.

Due to the participant’s background, Female support workers are requested for this position. This is recognised as a genuine discrimination exemption and occupation qualification under Part 3; Division 2 – Discrimination against workers; Section 34 – Exemption (2) of the South Australia Equal Opportunity Act 1984. 

As one of our valued staff members you will be passionate in providing a quality service for our client by supporting them to achieve their goals.

Requirements for the position:

  • Experience in complex behaviour support.
  • Exceptional communication skills.
  • A strong understanding of behaviour management strategies and person-centered care.
  • Experience working with a varied aged range of NDIS participants including children and adolescents.
  • Full Australian drivers licence and a reliable car for transportation.

 Key responsibilities:

  • Provide specialised support to individuals with complex behaviour needs.
  • Utilise evidence-based strategies to manage complex behaviours and promote positive outcomes.
  • Assistance with activities of daily living.
  • Providing transportation from school to other educational programs or scheduled appointments.

Requirements for the role:

  • 18+ years of age.
  • Previous experience in the support of children and adolescents within the NDIS sector.
  • Working with Children’s Check.
  • NDIS Worker Check.
  • First Aid and CPR certificate.
  • Safe Environments for Children and Young People –“Through Their Eyes” training.
  • A full Australian drivers licence and a reliable car.
  • A Certificate III in Individual Support or higher or be working towards the qualification.

Should your application be shortlisted for an interview, you must:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of and respect the highly confidential nature of your workplace
  • Provide a Roadworthy Certificate for your vehicle used for work

The Hessel Group is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.

We highly encourage applicants from people who identify as a part of the Australian and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

The Hessel Group, we build compassionate communities through, care, support and training!

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