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NEW CHAPTER SUPPORT!Do you want to be a part of an organisation with an emphasis on promoting positive change and interpersonal growth among a dynamic and inclusive workplace? Or maybe you''re looking for an opportunity to assist people with disabilities, challenge old solutions and champion new ideas? If this sounds like you, New Chapter wants to meet you! ABOUT THE ROLE New Chapter is expanding our team of dedicated, passionate, and committed Support Workers to provide direct support to participants with complex support needs and children involved in out of home care. Support Workers will be self-motivated individuals with a strong values-based approach. They will also need to demonstrate a problem-solving approach with the ability to think on their feet under pressure. Support Workers will report directly to the Team Leaders and/or Program Experience Leaders. They will work closely with other Support Workers and Team Leaders within the team. Support Workers work with children and adults all over Hobart and greater region including Huonville, New Norfolk, Brighton and everywhere in between and will need to demonstrate the ability to travel.All positions will be offered as casual with the potential for permanency after probation period is completed. WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? We are looking for somebody who Is a self-motivated individual with a ''can do'' attitude and willingness to learn Demonstrates a problem-solving approach with the ability to think on their feet under pressure Shows their ability to be a creative thinker Has strong communication skills Passionate about providing high quality supports with a person-centered approach A real desire to make a difference to the lives of people living with a disability. A trauma-informed and child-centered approach to support Ability to provide emergency or short notice supports when required, demonstrating flexibility, reliability and a commitment to meeting participant needs REQUIREMENTS THAT ARE A MUST; Flexible and adaptable in approach Understanding of NDIS and NDIS Quality & Safeguards Understanding of Child Safeguarding practices Rights to work in Australia Current Driver''s license Current Working with Vulnerable People Registration (or ability to obtain) Current National Police Check (or ability to obtain) NDIS Worker Screening Assist Clients with Medications and Recognise Healthy Body Systems Current First Aid and CPR certificate Experience working with complex care individuals that may display behaviors of concern Experience working with children and young people engaged with Child Safety Services, including providing trauma informed supports Must have extensive availability, including sleepovers, community activities, weekend shifts, and other varied supports A FEW REQUIREMENTS THAT ARE DESIRABLE; Related Qualifications (e.g.: Certificate in Individual Support, Aged Care and/or Home and Community Services, Certificate IV in Youth Work, etc.) Generalized Epilepsy Training DECYP Child Safety Training Nepalese language ability is highly desirable to support participant choice and preference. PEG Credentialling WHY NEW CHAPTER? We Promote Work-life balance We Ensure Health + Wellbeing We Value our people Further information about who we are at New Chapter can be found on our website - New Chapter Support All applications MUST include a cover letter. Due to high application volumes, we are unable to accommodate phone enquiries at this time. Please submit all applications via seek to ensure your application is considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.