Employer: AMK AUSTRALIA PTY LTD trading as Essential carersEssential carersDisability Support Worker - High Care / Personal Care
Location: Western Suburbs of Melbourne
Employment Type: Casual / OngoingWe are looking for an experienced and compassionate high-quality support to a participant with high physical support needs, including a spinal injury.This is a hands-on support role requiring someone who is confident and experienced in providing personal care and high-care support, while maintaining the participant's dignity, comfort, safety and independence.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide personal care assistance, including showering, washing, grooming, dressing and general hygiene support.Provide high-care support to a participant with a spinal injury.Previous experience supporting participants with spinal injuries or complex physical support needs is highly desirable.Assist with bowel care, including supporting the participant with their established bowel management routine, where appropriately trained and authorised.Assist with continence and catheter-related care as required and within the worker's training and scope of practice.Support with repositioning and personal care routines, ensuring the participant is comfortable and safe.Follow appropriate infection control and aseptic/clean practices where required.Maintain excellent hand hygiene and follow infection prevention and control procedures.Follow food hygiene and food safety practices when preparing or assisting with meals.Assist with maintaining a clean and hygienic environment, including ensuring floors and commonly used areas are kept clean and safe.Assist with dishes, laundry, linen changes and general household tasks as required.Support with meal preparation and keeping the participant's preferred food and drinks accessible.Provide social support and communication, engaging positively with the participant through conversation and companionship.Encourage participation and maintain a respectful, person-centred approach.Assist with basic household routines, including caring for two dogs in the home, such as feeding and walking them when required.Follow all relevant care plans, workplace procedures, NDIS requirements and health and safety practices.Complete accurate shift notes and communicate relevant information during handover.Essential RequirementsThe successful applicant should have:Previous experience working as a Disability Support Worker in a high-care environment.Demonstrated experience supporting people with spinal injuries or significant physical disabilities.Experience with personal care and complex support needs.Experience with bowel care is highly desirable.Understanding of infection control and hand hygiene.Understanding of food hygiene and safe food handling.Ability to maintain a clean, safe and hygienic environment.Good communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to engage respectfully and comfortably with the participant.Ability to work calmly and professionally in a home environment.Reliability, patience and a strong commitment to participant dignity and choice.Comfortable working in a home with two dogs.Meet & GreetA meet and greet with the participant will be arranged before commencement. This will provide an opportunity for the participant and support worker to meet, discuss expectations and determine whether the support arrangement is a good fit.ImportantThis role is best suited to a confident and experienced support worker who is comfortable providing personal care and high-level physical support.Training and competency requirements will be confirmed before the worker undertakes any specialised support tasks.How to ApplyPlease submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role at

About the Role
ZFA is seeking an experienced and motivated Community Worker - Team Leader to support and strengthen community development, education and leadership initiatives across Australia.

The successful candidate will lead and coordinate a team of community workers from Israel who provide guidance, mentoring, training and development support to Zionist youth movements and community organisations.

The role focuses on strengthening organisational capacity, supporting community leadership and developing educational and training programs that respond to the needs of community organisations, professionals, volunteers and participants.

The Community Worker - Team Leader will contribute specialist knowledge in Jewish and Israeli education, community development and program management, while promoting collaboration and sharing international best practices.

Key Responsibilities
Lead, coordinate and mentor a team of community workers supporting Zionist youth movements and community organisations across Australia.Develop, implement and evaluate community education, leadership development and training programs.Provide professional guidance and support to community organisations, educators, youth leaders and volunteers.Identify organisational strengths, challenges and development needs, and implement strategies to improve community engagement and program delivery.Facilitate collaboration between Australian community organisations and relevant Israeli educational and community institutions.Deliver training and professional development initiatives that strengthen leadership, organisational capacity and educational outcomes.Support the implementation of educational frameworks and programs aligned with the objectives of ZFA and its community partners.Assist community organisations in addressing operational challenges, including conflict resolution and organisational development.Promote appropriate safeguarding, health, safety and security practices in community programs and activities.Skills, Qualifications and Experience

The successful applicant will demonstrate:
A relevant tertiary qualification and a minimum of three years' relevant professional experience in community development, education, youth leadership or a related field.Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and evaluating educational and training programs.Proven leadership experience, including managing, mentoring and supporting teams in community or informal education settings.Strong understanding of Jewish and Israeli history, Zionism and contemporary Israeli society.Detailed knowledge of the Jewish Agency for Israel, including its priorities, programs, educational approaches and community engagement initiatives.Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Hebrew, including the ability to deliver training and engage with stakeholders in both languages.Experience working with youth movements, community organisations, educators and volunteers.Strong organisational, interpersonal, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.Demonstrated ability to develop partnerships and work collaboratively with diverse community stakeholders.Familiarity with child safeguarding principles and relevant health, safety and security protocols.

ML Tennis is seeking an experienced Sports Development Officer to develop tennis participation, strengthen club, school and community partnerships, and co-ordinate programs that support long-term player development.Reporting to the Director, you will increase access to ML Tennis programs and improve the quality, coordination and performance of our participation and development programs.About ML TennisML Tennis is one of Australia's leading tennis coaching providers and recognised as a Tennis Australia National Talent Hub. We deliver programs through clubs, school and community partnerships across Melbourne, supporting children, juniors and adults, from introduction to competitive player development.Our values are Vision, Respect, Accountability, Resilience and Continuous Improvement, which are reflected in all our programs and operations.Key Responsibilities Assess participation trends, community needs and feedback to identify opportunities to develop tennis programs Plan, implement and evaluate school, club and community tennis initiatives that increase participation and encourage Develop partnerships with tennis clubs, schools, Tennis Australia, sporting bodies, councils and community organisations Improve access to tennis for participants of all ages, abilities and backgrounds Coordinate school clinics, grassroots programs, holiday programs, development camps and community tennis events Support clear pathways between introductory tennis, club programs and competitive play. Coordinate program schedules, venues, equipment and staffing in consultation with the Director and coaching team Provide guidance, resources, and practical support to coaches and staff delivering participation and development programs Deliver coaching clinics and development activities Assist with talent identification activities and connect participants with the appropriate development opportunities Prepare program budgets, monitor expenditure and assist with funding applications Maintain participation records and prepare reports on enrolments, retention, participant feedback and program outcomes Promote programs and communicate effectively with families, schools and partner organisations Apply child safeguarding, workplace safety and risk management procedures across programs and events Requirements A relevant qualification in sports development, sports and recreation, sports management, sports coaching and administration, or at least three years of relevant experience demonstrating equivalent skills Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating and evaluating sports participation or development programs Knowledge of tennis participation pathways and long-term player development Experience working with clubs, schools, community organisations or sporting bodies Strong communication and relationship management skills. The ability to work effectively with children, parents, coaches and stakeholders. Strong organisational skills and experience coordinating schedules, resources, budgets and program records Commitment to inclusivity, child safety and professional conduct. A current Victorian Working with Children Check, or ability to obtain one before commencement of work. Current First Aid and CPR Certification, or ability to obtain before commencement of work. Capacity to travel between ML Tennis venues and partner schools. Availability that may include early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends and school holidays.Desired Experience Tennis Australia coaching accreditation, membership or a recognised equivalent Experience developing school tennis programs and community partnerships Experience preparing funding applications and reporting on funded programs Experience supporting coaches, teachers or volunteers through training and professional developmentWhat we offer A full-time position contributing to the growth and development of tennis across all ML Tennis programs A salary of $80000 per annum plus superannuation Wilson team package Opportunities for professional development and collaboration with an experienced coaching team Direct involvement in developing school, club and community tennis initiatives. How to apply Apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications, relevant experience and examples of sports participation or development programs you have coordinated. Include two professional references.If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we invite you to apply now.

Essential Carers AMK AUSTRALIA PTY LTDLocation: Point Cook, Victoria
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: 38 hours per week
Salary: $85,000 per annum + SuperannuationAbout Essential CarersEssential Carers is a NDIS service provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centred disability and community support services. We are committed to promoting participant wellbeing, independence and access to coordinated care through effective service planning, professional collaboration and continuous quality improvement.We are seeking an experienced and motivated Health and Disability Services Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across our health-related and disability support services. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing service delivery operations, coordinating multidisciplinary care arrangements, maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring the effective utilisation of organisational resources.Key Responsibilities Plan, direct and oversee the organisation's health-related and disability support service operations, establishing operational priorities, service delivery objectives and management strategies to support quality participant outcomes. Manage organisational arrangements for coordinating participant care with registered nurses, allied health practitioners, general practitioners and other relevant healthcare professionals, ensuring effective communication, service integration and continuity of care. Develop, implement and regularly review organisational policies, operational procedures and service quality standards to support consistent, safe and effective delivery of health-related and disability support services. Oversee compliance with applicable NDIS Practice Standards, safeguarding requirements, incident management frameworks, workplace health and safety obligations and relevant healthcare service regulations. Direct workforce planning, recruitment, staff allocation, training and performance management for relevant service delivery and operational personnel, ensuring appropriate staffing levels, professional competencies and accountability. Prepare and monitor operational budgets, review service delivery expenditure and oversee the allocation of staffing, equipment and organisational resources to maintain efficient and financially sustainable service operations. Establish and monitor operational performance indicators, evaluate service effectiveness, review participant feedback and implement corrective actions and improvement strategies to strengthen service quality and organisational performance. Establish and maintain professional relationships with healthcare providers, allied health practitioners, community organisations, NDIS stakeholders and relevant regulatory bodies to facilitate coordinated services and effective interagency collaboration. Oversee organisational risk management processes, review reportable incidents and service delivery concerns, and implement preventive measures to promote participant safety, wellbeing and compliance with organisational standards. Prepare operational and performance reports for senior management, identify opportunities for service improvement and contribute to the planning and development of sustainable health-related and community care services.Qualifications and ExperienceApplicants must demonstrate the following:A bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Health Services Management, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Nursing, Allied Health, Health Management or a closely related field.A minimum of one years of relevant professional experience in health services management, community health, disability service management or a comparable healthcare-related management environment.Demonstrated experience in managing service delivery operations, workforce planning, organisational resources and quality assurance processes.Sound knowledge of NDIS Practice Standards, Australian healthcare service frameworks and relevant regulatory obligations.Proven ability to develop operational policies, manage service performance and coordinate multidisciplinary service arrangements.Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, communication, analytical and organisational management skills.Experience in budgeting, operational reporting, risk management and continuous quality improvement.How to ApplySuitable applicants are invited to submit an updated resume and cover letter outlining their relevant qualifications, management experience and suitability for the position through the recruitment platform.Applications will be assessed against the advertised qualifications, relevant experience, professional competencies and demonstrated ability to undertake the responsibilities of the position.Essential Carers is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and professional workplace.