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Authorised by Seawinds Nursery Manager
Revised Date: 20 October 2014
Position: Support Staff, Seawinds Supported Employment Service
Conditions: Employment Officer Level 1.1
A copy of the above Award is available from the Lalor Street Administration Office
Responsible to: Seawinds Nursery Manager
Chief Executive Officer
Duties and Tasks
•Assist the Manager to ensure that the operations of Seawinds Nursery are consistent with established business practices and with the fundamental principles of supported employment.
•Provide day-to-day support, encouragement and training for employees of Seawinds Nursery
•Assist employees to undertake their given tasks to the best of their ability and develop a strong work ethic
•Active involvement in Customer Service and the growing and maintenance of nursery stock
•Provide support and assistance with basic nursery administration and the fulfilment of the contractual obligations of the nursery.
•Abide by the Occupational Health & Safety Regulations Act 2004 and legislative requirements
•Assume a responsibility to Quality Improvement of systems within nursery operations
•As a staff member of Kyeema Support Services Inc., participate in relevant meetings and training sessions with other Kyeema staff.
•Assist Manager with planning and implementation of individual training for employees
•Involvement in the development of participant EAPs, including liaison with participants, parents and carers
•Undertake documentation of daily DMI evidence sheets and any incident reporting notes.
•Be involved directly in relevant meetings.
General
Kyeema Support Services Inc. is an innovative organisation endeavouring to provide the best service possible for people who have a disability. To do so we must remain flexible, and able to adapt to peoples changing needs. It is acknowledged that such flexibility may impact on the key task areas as listed above. It is the responsibility of all parties, Manager Seawinds Nursery, in conjunction with the CEO, and the Seawinds Support Staff member to monitor any significant adjustments to duties and to negotiate amendments to the above as required.
Skills and Qualities
The following are a mix of qualities, skills and experience required for the position of Support Staff Member, Seawinds Nursery:
•Relevant knowledge and experience in horticulture
•A commitment to working with people with disabilities and to the Disability Service Standards, and relevant experience in this area.
•An understanding of the “supported employment” model
•Some knowledge of operation of a small business
•Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
•Driver’s license essential
Performance Indicators
Performance Indicators for the position of Support Staff Member will be negotiated for the coming year at the time of the annual appraisal.
At this time an evaluation will also be conducted of results for the past year.
Values
•Good character and strong principles are expected of those who support people with disabilities.
•Respect for people we support, for their rights to make choices and for their dignity and standing in the community.
•Honesty and reliability in providing good service when and where the job requires.
•Responsibility in undertaking work in a safe and effective manner with an awareness of duty of care.
•A commitment to supporting people to get the best from life, including fun while meeting their goals.