Community Support officer

If  you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with special needs? Optimal Care Services is seeking a dedicated Community support Officer to join our team in Bankstown, New South Wales.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package 
• Opportunity to learn and grow 
• Great supportive team environment 
• Flexible work arrangement to support work-life balance

Task & responsibilities

• Identify community service gaps and implement creative solutions, enhancing client independence through targeted activities and programs. 
• Prepare precise funding submissions for government agencies. 
• Maintain meticulous, up- to-date client records for progress tracking and compliance, ensuring comprehensive care delivery and documentation. 
• Monitor clients' well-being, report significant changes. 
• Provide direct support, addressing immediate needs and ensuring necessary assistance. 
• Evaluate community resources in health, welfare, housing, and employment. 
• Develop programs to enhance client independence and overall well-being. 
• Conduct comprehensive client assessments, develop tailored support plans, and collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure holistic care delivery.
• Design creative leisure programs that foster social development, effectively manage challenging behaviors, and promote overall well-being.
• Implement effective care routines, improving clients' daily living experiences and personal grooming while maintaining their dignity. 
• Conduct comprehensive client assessments, evaluating abilities, interests, and needs to develop personalized care plans that promote independence. 
• Implement tailored leisure programs, enhancing clients' social development and well- being while managing challenging behaviors through diversional activities. 
• Partner with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic client support, including medication administration and vital sign monitoring.

Qualification & experience

• Minimum 1 year experience in a similar role with sound understanding of NDIS guidelines and practices - This is essential. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to problem-solve and overcome complex challenges and barriers 
• Completed at least a Diploma of Community Services qualification from an approved Education provider in Australia. 
• Hold a current, unrestricted driver’s licence.. 
• Ensure you have up-to-date immunisations as required, and complete certifications and checks such as a First Aid Certificate, Working with Children Check, Police Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check.