Community worker

Job description:

· Assess participants’ social, emotional and community participation needs and identify appropriate support services.

· Develop, implement, monitor and review individualised, person-centred community support plans.

· Coordinate disability and community services with allied health providers, support workers, families and other stakeholders.

· Plan and facilitate social, recreational and skill-development activities that encourage community inclusion.

· Assist participants to access suitable NDIS-funded supports and mainstream community resources within the scope of the role.

· Advocate for participants’ rights, dignity, choice and access to appropriate services.

· Monitor progress towards individual goals and recommend adjustments to support arrangements.

· Maintain regular communication with participants, carers, guardians and relevant professionals.

· Build relationships with local disability services, community groups, education providers and recreational organisations.

· Maintain accurate case notes, participant records, progress reports and support-plan reviews.

· Identify safeguarding and wellbeing concerns, follow incident reporting procedures and escalate risks appropriately.

· Evaluate community support programs and contribute to continuous service improvement.

Work Location: In person