This qualification addresses work in residential group homes, training resource centres, day respite centres and open
employment services, other community settings and clients’ homes.
Workers:
- Apply knowledge and skills gained through qualifications and/or previous experience to provide training and support to
people with disabilities to enhance their ability to achieve greater levels of independence, self reliance and community
participation
- Report to service managers and may liaise with health professionals and other service agencies
- May work without direct supervision and may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a limited number of lower classified
workers
Common positions that may be suited with this qualification are:
- Development Officer
- Lifestyle Support Officer
- Disability Officer – Day Support
- Residential Care Officer
- Social Trainer
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- Employment Co-ordinator
- Disability Support Officer
- Senior Personal Care Assistant
- Social Educator
- Behavioural Support Officer
- Welfare worker
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