KIERAN AND MATT’S PLACE LTD
TEAM MEMBER – POSITION DESCRIPTION Vison: Two young men, sharing their own home Values: Enabling our independence; Freedom to make our own decisions; Respect for everyone; Inclusion of Relationships; Choice to enable Health and happiness; Safety and Security
Reports to:
KIERAN AND MATT’S PLACE LTD Board of Directors
Direct Reports:
NIL
Level:
DSD2 - NDS Workforce Capability Framework
Pay point:
4.1 SCHADS award
Supports: Individual and shared for people with a disability and their families/carers Context Kieran’s and Matt’s Place Ltd (Kieran and Matt’s Place) as management service offers self-managed Support for Kieran and Matthew so they can have a good life with choice and control like everyone else. We are dedicated to human rights and to ensure as individuals that Kieran and Matthew continue to have choice, control, and freedom over their lives. We aim to provide professional services, advice, and support for Kieran, Matthew and their families that is community-based, dignified, person-centred and reflects their individual needs and preferences supported by people of their choice. Our goal is to be a trusted partner with Kieran and Matthew to help create a more independent life for them, now and in the future. Team Members play an integral role in the success of Kieran & Matts Place and the achievement of their vision and value objectives. They recognise the right of Kieran and Matthew to inclusion, participation and self-determination. Team Member personal values are required to align with Kieran and Matt’s Place and this should be demonstrated in their work daily. Primary Objectives -
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Team Members are directly responsible for the day to day support, and personal development of Kieran & Matthew enabling their participation in day program services, work services and community activities. Team Members ensure that they support Kieran and Matthew to be at the centre of their decision making and enable them to achieve their desired outcomes nominated in their NDIS plans and SIL Profiles as goals and aspirations in partnership with their families and carers. Team Members ensure that supports are provided in accordance with the National Disability Services Standards and other relevant legislation and are active in advocating these rights for Kieran and Matthew. 1
Date Control: February 2018 V.3.2
KIERAN AND MATT’S PLACE LTD Key Accountabilities •
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To plan and regularly review Kieran’s and Matthew’s identified goals and plans which contribute to a life of meaning for each individual which extends their community integration. To support the development and implementation of plans supporting a personcentred approach and contribute to the review and report progress via the use of learning logs. To develop appropriate, supportive working relationships with Kieran and Matthew and their families/carers. To provide support which reflects the Disability Services Standards, legislative requirements, funding objectives, plans and goals and to report any potential breaches to Kieran & Matt’s Place board of directors. To actively promote Kieran’s & Matt’s Place Vision and Values in everyday work and in the community. To follow, contribute and work in a culture committed to continuous improvement. Core requirements of the job holder
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Possesses a practical general knowledge of a human rights-based approach. Develops general knowledge of and can offer person centred active support. Applies positive customer service principles. Understands relevant stakeholder relationships and the importance of these. Works positively and collaboratively with team members. Follows SILC and Kieran’s and Matt’s Place Governance, policy and practice manuals and code of conduct. Follows and implements workplace health and safety guidelines and instructions. Self-directs reporting progress and outcomes in learning log. Organises own work, manages time and contributes to work planning. Has effective listening skills and seeks, provides and/or shares practical information in an appropriate and respectful manner. Demonstrates confidentiality and diversity awareness. Undertakes administrative tasks necessary for the role including maintaining appropriate documentation using, Coreplus, and Deputy Systems. Takes on board, accommodates and accepts feedback. Adopts personal accountability in own role and reports concerns/incidents or breaches in practice. Role models dignified respectful interactions with all in the broader community. Resolves routine problems with the team. Uses relevant technology to develop resources. Shows commitment to ongoing skills development. Works effectively with volunteers, family and Board members. Actively adapts, accepts and is willing to change within the context of the job role and wider NDIS, SILC or community changes. 2
Date Control: February 2018 V.3.2
KIERAN AND MATT’S PLACE LTD
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Previous experience working in the Disability sector is desirable. A passion for supporting people with a disability to have the best life they possibly can, experiencing their full human rights and able to promote as valued members of their local community. Qualifications in individual Support, Disability or equivalent experience with capacity to deliver individual Support is desirable. Demonstrated capacity to work with honesty and integrity. Satisfactory literacy and numeracy skills. Practical written and verbal communication skills, including the capacity to apply policy and procedure. General computer skills using Microsoft Office tools Willingness to learn the use of Deputy and Coreplus systems. A reasonable degree of physical fitness. Possession of a current unrestricted NSW driver’s licence. Possession of a current First Aid Certificate. Satisfactory criminal history check. Satisfactory working with children check
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Note: DSD2 - NDS Workforce Capability Framework https://www.carecareers.com.au/page/workforce-capability-framework-resources
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