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20 Hour Part Time Temporary RSS - Berwick Option


Ref: Job Posting 1803

BERWICK OPTION

Re:  20 Hour Part-Time Temporary - Residential Support Staff
Female Applicants Only
Available Immediately - Up to one year

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Certification in the seven core competencies
  • Two years relevant work experience (full time equivalency)

The Ideal Candidate will also have:

  • University Degree in Social Sciences or Diploma in the Human Services Field
  • Have knowledge and experience in successfully applying the principles and practices of Personal Outcome Measures
  • Have a high level of performance and experience supporting people who may be verbally and/or physically aggressive
Further Preference will be given to Applicants who:
  • Have experience supporting people with communication barrier and proficient in sign language
  • Have experience in supporting people with severe attention seeking behaviors including self-injurious behavior
  • Have experience supporting people with obsessive/compulsive behaviors, anxiety disorder and dual diagnosis
  • Have experience supporting people with visual impairment
  • Have experience in supporting people who require support with personal care
  • Have experience or is able to create opportunities, motivate and support people to participate in activities of daily living 

Applicant must have a valid drivers’ license as well as the use of a safe and reliable vehicle while on shift and be
willing to travel.
 

Applicants must have a proven capacity to build relationships with residents, co-workers, family, other professional
support networks and management.

 Shifts include days, evenings, awake overnights and weekends. 
 
All applicants must apply in writing with a cover letter and current resume to: 
Debra Atwell - Supervisor 
                                                                          
Please note: Only candidates who are interviewed will be contacted regarding the competition outcome.


Closing Date: 28 February, 2020

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