Employment

We want to hear from you if you:   have a passion for working with people, have excellent communication skills, including IT and teamwork skills, have excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, sense of humour, compassion and empathy, self-motivation and high degree of ethics, are a strong advocate for people’s rights, are nonjudgmental, have an understanding of government legislation including the Disability Service Standards, WHS, Cultural Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity.

We also highly regard: Certificate IV in Disabilities or relevant qualification and/or experience; First Aid Certificate; and a good driving record.   If you want to join our friendly team and make a difference in the lives of people with challenged abilities, don’t wait for a position to be advertised; Contact us today! We are always looking for the right people to join us.

Toward Recovery - PHaMS

Position Vacant –Toward Recovery- PHaMS

 Cootamundra

Toward Recovery Department requires a suitably experienced/qualified person to provide direct and personalised support to people with mental ill-health. PHaMS (Personal Helpers and Mentors) enables people to develop skills, confidence and connection with their community, under their NDIS individually funded plan.

Essential Criteria: 

·         Knowledge/experience of mental health issues  

·         Knowledge and commitment to working within a person centred, recovery oriented approach, to promote positive outcomes for people experiencing mental ill-health

·         High degree of interpersonal skills, including: emotional intelligence and highly developed communication skills

·         Knowledge and ability to network and access local community resources

·         Ability to advocate and promote the rights and responsibilities of people

·         Ability to problem solve creatively and  work independently: to think and act responsibly to changing needs and situations

·         Ability to work autonomously and within a team

·         Comprehensive IT knowledge and record keeping skills

·         Commitment to actively embrace the philosophy of quality improvement

·         Sound ethics

·         Ability to work safely in a non-hazardous environment within current WHS legislative guidelines

·         Full employment history, including level and year you completed your education 

Essential Documents and checks:

·         Current driver’s licence, access to a reliable and comprehensively insured motor vehicle and proof of good driving record (RMS Check to be provided with application)

·         Satisfactory National Police check – less than 6 months old (to be provided with application)

·         Working With Children Check (to be provided with application)

·         Have or willing to obtain a First Aid Certificate

·         NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) Worker Orientation Certificate is mandatory prior to commencement: https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/training-course 

• NDIS Worker Clearance Screening – All successful applicants are required to obtain this clearance prior to commencement of the role. This is a mandatory clearance for the disability industry. More information can be found at Services NSW or you can speak to our HR team on 63801601

Desirable Criteria:

·         Qualification in Mental Health, Social Welfare or similar

·         Experience in case management, including: assessments, referrals to clinicians and service delivery

·         Knowledge of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Conditions of Employment:

As per Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010

(Salary Packaging available)

Enquiries and Job Description:

Nicole Shipton, Mental Health Senior Executive, LFE, 55 Boorowa St, Young 2594. 

Phone: 6380 1601, Email: nicole.shipton@lfe.org.au

How to apply: applications must address both the Essential and Desirable criteria and essential documentation and be sent to: Penny Gibson, HR Executive, LFE, 55 Boorowa St, Young 2594 Email: hr@lfe.org.au

Closing Date:  Open until a suitable applicant is found.

LFE is an EEO employer and encourages individuals from all cultural backgrounds to apply.

Op Shop Young and Cowra

 Support Worker/Retail Assistant

 Meryl's Op Shop Young and Breakout Op Shop Cowra

LFE requires a Support Worker/Retail Assistant to work within Meryl’s Op Shop Young and the Breakout Op Shop in Cowra.

This is a casual position and leave relief, assisting the Coordinator, Staff and Participants in duties pertaining to the effective and efficient running of the Op Shop.

Essential Criteria:

• High standard of communication skills including: computer; report writing; liaison/people
• Retail Experience       

• Ability to train/teach
• Excellent organisational skills
• Exponent of people’s rights
• High level of self motivation and ethics
• High standard of interpersonal skills, including self awareness
• Comfortable to work independently as well as an active team member
• Willingness to undertake relevant courses/studies
• Knowledge of Disability Services Standards; Disability Services Act; Cultural Diversity; EEO & WHS 

Essential Documents and checks:

• Current driver’s license, access to a reliable and comprehensively insure motor vehicle and proof of a good driving record (RMS Check to be provided with application)
• Have or willing to obtain a First Aid Certificate
• Satisfactory National Police Check – less than 6 months old (provided with application)
• NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) worker orientation certificate is mandatory prior to commencement: https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/training-course
• NDIS Worker Clearance Screening – All successful applicants are required to obtain this clearance prior to commencement of the role. This is a mandatory clearance for the disability industry. More information can be found at Services NSW or you can speak to our HR team on 63801601

Desirable Criteria:

• Certificate III / IV Disabilities, or relevant qualification
• Knowledge of the NDIS
• Experience in the field 

Conditions of Employment

• As per Social, Community, Home Care and  Disability Services  Industry Award 2010
• Subject to completion of satisfactory 6 month trial
• LFE recruits by EEO principles and practices

Enquiries, Job Description, Statement of Duties:

Debbie Taylor, Op Shop Coordinator, LFE, Level 2, 55 Boorowa St Young 2594

Phone:  02 6380 1651 email: debbie.taylor@lfe.org.au

Applications must address all the criteria and be sent to:

Penny Gibson, HR Executive, LFE, Level 2, 55 Boorowa Street, Young NSW 2594

Phone: 02 6380 1601 email: hr@lfe.org.au

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Open until a suitable applicant is found.

Disability Support Worker

DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER - YOUNG

LFE provides intensive training and support (some 24:7) to people with challenged abilities; within people’s own homes, the community and the Day Activity Centre’s, in line with participant’s NDIS goals and organisational policies.

ESSENTIAL

• High standard of communication skills including: computer; report writing; liaison/people
• Available to work all shifts - weekdays, evenings, sleepovers and weekends
• Exponent of people’s rights
• High level of self motivation and ethics
• High standard of interpersonal skills, including self awareness
• Ability to work unsupervised and within a team environment
• Willingness to undertake relevant courses/studies if required
• Knowledge of Disability Service Standards; Disability Services Act; Cultural Diversity; EEO & WHS
• Assist with Personal Care when required
• Full employment history; also include the year and level you completed your schooling

• Current driver’s licence, access to a reliable and comprehensively insured motor vehicle. 
• RMS Driving Record (to be provided with application)
• Satisfactory National Police check – less than 6 months old (to be provided with application)
• Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one
• NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) Worker Orientation Certificate is mandatory prior to commencement: https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/training-course
• NDIS Worker Clearance Screening – All successful applicants are required to obtain this clearance prior to commencement of the role. This is a mandatory clearance for the disability industry. More information can be found at Services NSW or you can speak to our HR team on 63801601

 DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
• Experience in the field
• Certificate III / IV Disabilities, or relevant qualification
• Additional skills, e.g. Auslan, specialist hobbies

 Conditions of Employment

• As per Social, Community, Home Care and  Disability Services  Industry Award 2010
• Subject to completion of satisfactory 6 month trial period
• LFE recruits by EEO principles and practices

Enquiries re Job Description:

Rhonda Gilbert, ADAS Executive, LFE, Level 2, 55 Boorowa St Young 2594

Phone:  02 6380 1601 Email: rhonda.gilbert@lfe.org.au

 How to apply:

Send your resume with your responses to the Essential and Desirable criteria and all required documentation including; Police Check, Driving Record, NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate, WWCC, First Aid Certificate and any other certificates to Penny Gibson, HR Executive, LFE Level 2 55 Boorowa Street, Young NSW 2594. Email: hr@lfe.org.au

 APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 

Open until a suitable applicant is found.

Disability Support Worker - Cootamundra

DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER – COOTAMUNDRA

CASUAL POSITION

 LFE provides training and support to people with challenged abilities; within people’s own homes, the community and the Day Activity Centre, in line with participant’s NDIS goals and organisational policies.

 ESSENTIAL:

• High standard of communication skills including: computer; report writing; liaison/people
• Ability to train/teach
• Available to work all shifts: including weekend and evenings
• Exponent of people’s rights
• High level of self motivation and ethics
• High standard of interpersonal skills, including self awareness
• Ability to work unsupervised and within a team environment
• Willingness to undertake relevant courses/studies if required
• Knowledge of Disability Service Standards; Disability Services Act; Cultural Diversity; EEO & WHS
• Assist with Personal Care when required
• Full employment history; also include the year and level you completed your schooling

• Current driver’s licence, access to a reliable and comprehensively insured motor vehicle 
• RMS Driving Record (to be provided with application)
• Satisfactory National Police check – less than 6 months old (to be provided with application
• Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain
• NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) Worker Orientation Certificate is mandatory prior to commencement: https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/training-course
• NDIS Worker Clearance Screening – All successful applicants are required to obtain this clearance prior to commencement of the role. This is a mandatory clearance for the disability industry. More information can be found at Services NSW or you can speak to our HR team on 63801601

 DESIRABLE:

• Knowledge of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
• Experience in the field
• Certificate III / IV Disabilities, or relevant qualification
• Additional skills, e.g. Auslan, specialist hobbies

 Conditions of Employment:

• As per Social, Community, Home Care and  Disability Services  Industry Award 2010
• Subject to completion of satisfactory 6 month trial period
• LFE recruits by EEO principles and practices

Enquiries re Job Description:

Rhonda Gilbert, ADAS Executive, LFE, Level 2, 55 Boorowa St Young 2594

Phone:  02 6380 1606 email: rhonda.gilbert@lfe.org.au

How to apply:

Send your resume with your responses to the essential & desirable criteria and all required documentation including; Police Check, Driving Record, NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate, First Aid Certificate and any other certificates to Penny Gibson, HR Executive, LFE, 55 Boorowa St Young NSW 2594  Email: hr@lfe.org.au

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 

Open until a suitable applicant is found.

Support Coordination

Support Coordination

In the role of Support Coordinator, you will assist National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants to coordinate and implement a range of support services, in line with their NDIS plan.

You will also be required to establish strong rapport and working relationships with a range of stakeholders including People with Disability and their family members, NDIS Local Area Coordinators (LAC'S), NDIS Planners and internal and external service providers.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Excellent verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to engage with clients and their families to support them as participants of the NDIS
• Strong written and computer skills for the creation of service agreements, reports, correspondence and other documents
• Understanding of the National Disability Insurance Scheme
• Experience in writing clear, concise and informative reports
• Demonstrated knowledge of Client Directed Care principles and frameworks
• Goal orientated
• High level of confidentiality, self-motivation and ethics
• Demonstrated experience in working with people with complex needs, including supporting participants to develop positive relationships with relevant stakeholders
• Established time management, problem solving and conflict management skills
• Ability to think creatively and use initiative, to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team using strong coordination, leadership and peer support skills
• Knowledge of community based support services
• Manage time, resources, task and competing priorities
• Work independently and respond to a rapidly changing work environment
• Knowledge of Disability Services Standards; Disability Services Act; Cultural Diversity; EEO; WHS and Mental Health Standards
• Full employment history, including level and year you completed your education

• Current drivers license, access to a reliable and comprehensively insured motor vehicle
• Current RMS Driving Record (to be provided with application)
• Satisfactory National Police Check-less than 6 months old (to be provided with application)
• Working With Children Check (to be provided with application)
• NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) Worker Orientation Certificate. This is mandatory prior to commencement. www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/training-course
• NDIS Worker Clearance Screening – All successful applicants are required to obtain this clearance prior to commencement of the role. This is a mandatory clearance for the disability industry. More information can be found at Services NSW or you can speak to our HR team on 63801601

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or studying towards qualifications which may include Social Welfare, Mental Health, Social Work etc
• Minimum Certificate III or higher in Disability or Mental Health and/or equivalent experience
• Experience in providing support coordination under the NDIS
• Experience in complex case management within the disability field

Conditions of Employment:

• As per Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010
• Full time and PPT considered, subject to completion of satisfactory 6 month trial
• LFE recruits by EEO principles and practices

Enquiries, Job Description, Statement of duties:

Nicole Shipton, Mental Health Executive, LFE, Level 2, 55 Boorowa Street Young NSW 2594

Phone: 02 6380 1600  Email: nicole.shipton@lfe.org.au

How to apply:

Send your resume with your responses to the Essential and Desirable criteria and all required documentation including; Police Check, Driving Record, NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate, WWCC, First Aid Certificate and any other certificates to Penny Gibson, HR Executive, LFE Level 2 55 Boorowa Street, Young NSW 2594  Email: hr@lfe.org.au

Applications Close:

Open until a suitable applicant is found

Community Connections

Social & Community Support Worker

LFE Community Supports is seeking honest, hardworking individuals who are passionate about being a mentor/role model to adults and children with challenged abilities who can assist them to work toward their goals as outlined in their NDIS Plans.

 The aim is to support our participants to pursue their passions and achieve their goals while increasing daily living skills, building confidence in social interaction and encourage community connections. This may be within their own home, through one-on-one support or group activities, weekdays, evenings and weekends.

Essential Criteria:

• An interest in working with people with challenged abilities and from different cultural backgrounds
• High communication and listening skills
• High computer skills
• Available for all shifts: including weekends and evenings
• High level of self-motivation and ethics with a common-sense approach
• High standard of interpersonal skills, including self-awareness
• Comfortable to work independently as well as an active team member
• Advocate on behalf of participants when necessary
• Assist with Personal Care when necessary
• Assist with Medication when necessary
• Full employment history, including level and year you completed your education

• Current drivers licence, access to a reliable and comprehensively insured motor vehicle
• Current RMS Driving Record (to be provided with application)
• Satisfactory National Police Check Less than 6 months old (to be provided with application)
• Working With Children Check (to be provided with application)
• Hold a current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain
• NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) Worker Orientation Certificate is mandatory prior to commencement (to be provided with your application) ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/training-course
• NDIS Worker Clearance Screening – All successful applicants are required to obtain this clearance prior to commencement of the role. This is a mandatory clearance for the disability industry. More information can be found at Services NSW or you can speak to our HR team on 63801601

Desirable Criteria:

• Knowledge of the NDIS
• Experience in the field
• Certificate III/IV Disabilities or relevant qualification
• Willing to share your varying skills, hobbies and interests e.g. cooking, music, photography, gardening, art/craft etc.

Conditions of employment:

• As per Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010
• Casual Position,subject to completion of satisfactory 6 month trial, PPT considered
• LFE recruits by EEO principles and practices

How to apply:

Send your resume with your responses to the essential and desirable criteria and all required documentation including; Police Check, Driving Record, NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate, WWCC, First Aid Certificate and any other certificates to Penny Gibson, HR Executive, LFE Level 2 55 Boorowa Street, Young NSW 2594  Email: hr@lfe.org.au

Applications close:

Open until suitable applicants found

Speech Pathologist

Speech Pathologist

Young

LFE requires a Speech Pathologist to work within our committed, enthusiastic and multi-disciplinary team. Located in Young and the beautiful Hilltops Region, within this team you will work alongside Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Educators, Allied Health and Support Workers, you will experience a varied & exciting case load, this is a full-time/part-time position (negotiable) to support the existing team to provide excellence in service.  LFE is a not for profit organisation, committed to providing quality in service and support to both children and adults in line with their NDIS Plan.

Essential:             

•   Degree: Speech Pathology
•   High degree of interpersonal skills, including: emotional intelligence, confidentiality, team participation and networking
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•   Excellent time management
•   High work ethics
•   Ability to promote the rights and responsibilities of families
•   Commitment to a family centred practice
•   Ability to problem solve creatively and work independently: to think and act responsibly to changing needs and situations
•   Comprehensive IT knowledge and record keeping skills
•   Experience in working with children and/or adults with developmental delay/disability
•   An understanding of working with complex families
•   Ability to deliver services in line with applicable National Standards
•   Ability to work safely in a non-hazardous environment within current WHS legislative guidelines
•   Full employment history, including level and year you completed your education
  

•   Current driver’s license, access to a reliable, comprehensively insured motor vehicle
•   RMS driving record - to be provided with application
•   Current National Police Check to be provided with your application 
•   Working with Children Check are to be provided with your application
•   Current First Aid Certificate, including up to date CPR component is to be provided with your application.
•   NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate. Mandatory training to be completed prior to commencement. You can visit;     ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/training-course
•   NDIS Worker Clearance Screening – All successful applicants are required to obtain this clearance prior to commencement of the    role. This is a mandatory clearance for the disability industry. More information can be found at Services NSW or you can speak      to our HR team on 63801601

Desirable:                            

•   Previous experience in group work with children, adults and their families
•   Understanding of the NDIS
•   Local community knowledge (Young, Cootamundra, Harden & Boorowa)
•   Knowledge of working with families from CALD or ATSI background 

Salary:       

Dependent upon qualifications and experience under the Health Professional and Support Services Award 2010.  

Salary packaging available.

Enquiries:       

For further information about the position and/or information contact: Teena Whitechurch 

Ph (02) 63801650 or email teena.whitechurch@lfe.org.au

How to apply:  Send your resume with your responses to the essential & desirable criteria and all required documentation including; 

                          Police Check, Driving Record, NDIS Certificate, WWCC, First Aid Certificate and any other certificates to Penny Gibson,                              HR Executive, LFE Level 2 55 Boorowa Street Young NSW 2594 Email: hr@lfe.org.au

Closing Date:  Open until a suitable applicant is found         

Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Young, Harden, Cootamundra & Boorowa

 LFE requires an Occupational Therapist to work within our committed, enthusiastic and multi-disciplinary team. Located in Young and the beautiful Hilltops Region, this full-time/part-time position (negotiable) is open to New Grads and Experienced OT’s.

 LFE is a not for profit organisation, committed to providing excellence in service, with a varied & exciting case load providing support to both children and adults in line with their NDIS Plan.

Essential:                             

•   Degree: Occupational Therapy
•   High level of interpersonal skills, including: emotional intelligence, confidentiality, team participation and networking
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•   Excellent time management skills
•   Ability to promote the rights and responsibilities of families
•   Commitment to a family centred practice
•   Ability to problem solve creatively and work independently: to think and act responsibly to changing needs and situations
•   Comprehensive IT knowledge and record keeping skills
•   Ability to deliver services in line with applicable National Standards
•   High work ethics
•   Full employment history, including level and year you completed your education.
•   Ability to work safely in a non-hazardous environment within current WHS legislative guidelines

•   Current driver’s license, access to reliable, comprehensively insured motor vehicle
•   RMS Driving Record to be provided with your application
•   National Police Check to be provided with your application
•   Working with Children Check to be provided with your application.
•   Current First Aid Certificate, including up to date CPR Component
•   NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate. Mandatory training prior to commencement, certificate will need to be provided with     application. ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/training-course
•  NDIS Worker Clearance Screening – All successful applicants are required to obtain this clearance prior to commencement of the   role. This is a mandatory clearance for the disability industry. More information can be found at Services NSW or you can speak to   our HR team on 63801601

Desirable:                            

•   Experience working with children and adults with developmental delay/disability and an understanding of working with complex families
•   Previous experience in group work with participants and their families
•   Understanding of the NDIS
•   Local community knowledge (Young, Harden, Cootamundra & Boorowa)
•   Knowledge of working with families from CALD or ATSI background

 Salary: 

Dependent upon qualifications and experience under the Health Professional and Support Services Award 2010. Salary packaging available

Enquiries: 

For further information about the position and/or information contact: Teena Whitechurch Ph:(02) 63801650 or email teena.whitechurch@lfe.org.au

How to apply: 

Send your resume with your responses to the essential & desirable criteria and all required documentation including; Police Check, Driving Record, NDIS Certificate, WWCC, Current First Aid Certificate and any other certificates to Penny Gibson. HR Executive LFE Level 2 55 Boorowa Street Young NSW 2594. Email: hr@lfe.org.au

Closing Date: Open until a suitable applicant is found