Disability Support Worker 2 casual positions available | Shifts from 9AM to 4PM | Located in Whyalla A supportive, collaborative environment | Dedicated training days for staff Find the reward in supporting people with disability to achieve their goals Enjoy a role where you can grow and develop your own skills as a support worker while supporting your peers and clients in achieving their goals 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. About the Role Bedford’s Learning and Experiences hub in Whyalla currently have an opportunity for two casual disability support workers. We are pleased to be able to offer shifts Monday to Friday starting at 9.00am until 4.00pm. This role provides an opportunity to engage and support clients in a variety of activities focusing on empowering them to achieve their goals and develop new skills within a supportive, positive, and fun environment. The program changes every 12-weeks so there is always something fresh and exciting to experience with the clients including activities like gardening, cooking, music, fitness, kayaking and exploring regional SA just to name a few. Other responsibilities include: Provide 1:1 or 1:3 support Support clients to achieve their NDIS goals Complete progress reports and report incidents Work with clients to promote individual choice and control Provide transport to clients using a Bedford-maintained vehicle Maintain a duty of care for clients, other staff, and yourself About You As a qualified support worker with a minimum Certificate III in Disability you will have a strong knowledge of the NDIS Practice Standards, Code of Conduct, and Quality and Safeguarding Framework. You will be pro-active and have a person-centred approach, as well as a genuine desire to support people with disability to 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 the clients you support, contributing to the success of our growing Learning and Experiences program. Other skills and qualifications include: Minimum Cert III in Disability (or equivalent) Current First Aid and CPR certification Current Manual handling certificate An empowering mindset with a focus on doing tasks and activities with the client and not for them 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 (as transporting clients is part of this role) 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 Weekday shifts to support a healthy work / life balance An encouraging and supportive team environment The use of Bedford-maintained pool vehicles to transport clients Dedicated staff training days to keep your certifications current and to further learn and develop your skills as a support worker Work for a well-respected and established disability organisation Opportunities for promotion and secondment Access to Bedford’s generous rewards and recognition program An opportunity to connect your purpose with your career Experience the rewarding feeling of being a part of a client’s journey If you would like to enquire further about this opportunity, please contact Cheryl Boothey, Support Leader, Learning and Experiences on 0457 424 405 or email [email protected]. All enquires will be treated in confidence. Applications close Friday 23rd May 2025 Bedford reserves the right to close applications prior to this date. 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 or require an alternative method of applying that is accessible to you, please do not hesitate to contact the recruitment team on 08 8275 0211 or via email at [email protected]. We're committed to promoting a welcoming and supportive environment for all candidates, and we look forward to hearing from you.