Job Application Pack Position available: Supported Decision Making (SDM) Ability Links Facilitator Location: Woolloomooloo Closing date Tuesday, 14 October 2014 This application package contains the following: Information on How to Apply Information on the shortlisting process Position Description
How to apply Please ensure that you have the 3 items below as separate attachments to your application. 1. Cover letter Clearly write the o title of the position you are applying for SDM Ability Links Facilitator This will help us easily identify your application for this role as we have a number of positions that are currently advertised on our website, o reason/s why you are applying for the role. This will include your: 2. Current curriculum vitae a. Qualifications & trainings - be prepared to present original documents or provide certified true copies at the interview if requested; b. Work history with a brief description of duties for each role; c. Referees - at least two (2) e.g. persons you report to who can comment on your work experience. Please provide name and contact details (work and mobile phone numbers; email address). Or please be prepared to provide details when requested. Please address each selection criterion separately this is an important part of your application. 3. Letter addressing the Essential Criteria Explain how your qualifications, trainings and work experience directly meet each selection criterion. The Essential Criteria can be found in the position description included in this application package. Email your application by closing date to: hr@vinnies.org.au Subject line Application for SDM Ability Links Facilitator For enquiries you can email to the same address, written on the subject line Enquiry for SDM Ability Links Facilitator
The Shortlisting Process o Applications will be assessed and shortlisted based on the applicant s CV and the Letter Addressing the Essential Criteria. o The shortlisting process is usually completed within 1-2 weeks after closing date. o Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within this timeframe by phone to arrange an appointment for interview and details will be confirmed by email. o Due to the volume of applications that we are receiving, we are unable to inform each applicant regarding individual status of application. However, we assure you that all applications are gratefully received.
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW ABN: 91 161 127 340 Charles O Neill State Support Office Supported Decision Making Ability Links Facilitator Position Description 2C West Street Lewisham NSW 2049 PO Box 5 Petersham NSW 2049 Telephone: (02) 9568 0262 Facsimile: (02) 9550 9383 Position Title Responsible Council Reports To Supported Decision Making Ability Links Facilitator NSW State Council Ability Links Manager, Metro South Email: vinnies@vinnies.org.au Website: www.vinnies.org.au Donation Hotline: 13 18 12 Base Location Primary position objective St Vincent de Paul Society Support Services, Woolloomooloo Supported Decision Making Ability Links Facilitator will build the capacity of a group of Ability Links staff within St Vincent de Paul Society NSW in Supported Decision Making (SDM) principles and application. The Facilitator will work with Ability Links staff and people with disability and supporters over 12 months to deliver training and support on SDM. The Facilitator will develop knowledge of both SDM and Ability Links, and make recommendations on the future application of SDM within the Ability Links initiative. Supported Decision Making supports people with disability to make decisions for themselves and increases their choice and control over their own life. SDM offers a framework for improving capacity of families, carers and service providers to move towards a person centred approach. The Facilitator will contribute to the development of the principles and practice in this area of work with support, training and assistance from ADHC, St Vincent de Paul Society NSW and other Supported Decision Making facilitators. St Vincent de Paul Society The St Vincent de Paul Society is a member and volunteer based organisation that has been assisting people experiencing disadvantage in NSW for more than 130 years. The Society was founded by a 20 year old man named Frederic Ozanam in 1833, who with a group of friends, wanted to make a difference to the poverty and disadvantage that he saw around him in post- Revolution France. Leading by example and with boundless energy, Frederic started what is now a worldwide movement in just 20 short years. The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW has around 16,000 members and volunteers and 1,400 staff. Our local member networks, referred to as Conferences, are present in over 420 communities across NSW. Our members and volunteers provide assistance to people experiencing disadvantage including food parcels and vouchers, financial assistance, assistance with energy bills and other debt, budget counselling Every day in NSW the Society helps thousands of people through Home Visitation, Hospital Visitation, Prison Visitation, Homeless Services for Men, Women and families, Migrants & Refugee Assistance, Support for those living with a mental illness, Supported Employment Services for People with an intellectual and other disabilities, Vinnies Centres, Overseas Relief, Disaster Recovery, Budget Counselling and Youth Programs.
Supported Decision Making Ability Links Facilitator Position Description August 2014 and the provision of other material items such as furniture, clothing and bedding and any other household items. Importantly, our members also provide vital emotional support and referral services as needed. The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services and has close to 100 Special Works across the State in the areas of homelessness, mental health, disability, financial counselling, supported accommodation, food provision, refugees and migrants and addiction counselling. Our work is funded by all levels of government, the generous support we receive from the community and our 250 Retail Centres across NSW. Service Overview As disability services move towards self-directed services and individualised funding, there is a need to build the capacity of people with a disability to make informed decisions. Supported Decision Making (SDM) involves a person with disability and one or more trusted family members, friends or supporters. These supporters work with the person to enable them to make their own decisions about life. Support could be to find information, help the person weigh up choices or communicate their decision. After the completion of an initial pilot delivered by ADHC and The Public Guardian and NSW Trustee and Guardian, ADHC have provided funding for an extension of this work for a 12 month period to the St Vincent de Paul Society and others. This position works within the Ability Links team. St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is funded by the NSW Government s Ageing, Disability and Home Care department to deliver Ability Links in the Metro South region, in partnership with Settlement Services International. Ability Links NSW (ALNSW) is a key foundation in the NSW Government s plan to reshape and improve the way people with disability, their families and carers in NSW are supported by placing them at the centre of decision-making. ALNSW is one of a number of decision-support resources available to assist people with disability. ALNSW works within local communities to assist people with disability, their families and carers to be valued and active members of their community. ALNSW works with communities to facilitate social and economic inclusion of people with disability. This is a new service, and forms part of the NSW preparation for the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Gain knowledge and expertise in Supported Decision Making (SDM) through formal training opportunities and mentoring, and facilitating SDM implementation 2. Build the capacity of a select group of Ability Links staff and support them to facilitate SDM 3. Identify and facilitate SDM with people with disability, their families, friends and carers 4. Provide support, information, education and guidance about SDM to people with disability, families, friends and carers, the supporter of the person with a disability participating in SDM, and Ability Links staff 5. Develop peer relationships with other SDM facilitators (within St Vincent de Paul Society and other agencies) to enable collaborative and supportive delivery of SDM 6. Regularly report to the Ability Links Manager on the progress of SDM implementation, and provide guidance on effective practice of SDM within Ability Links 7. Participate in the development of data collection systems to meet SDM and organisational requirements. 8. Document lessons, approaches, resources and analyse trends in implementation of SDM in Ability Links throughout the year. 2
Supported Decision Making Ability Links Facilitator Position Description August 2014 9. Participate in and contribute to evaluation activities coordinated by ADHC and external evaluators. 10. Active participation in Ability Links staff network meetings and forums, and in peer and individual supervision processes 11. Investigate sustainable ways to implement SDM in the Ability Links model 12. Financial management of allocated budget and appropriate management of program resources Essential Selection Criteria Proven ability to work effectively with people with disability, staff and communities in the development and delivery of community-based social justice programs Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in community services Demonstrated experience in designing, planning, implementing and evaluating capacity building programs Formal and current experience in adult facilitation and training Lived experience and/or sound understanding of the issues facing people with disability, their carers and families Experience in developing partnerships and networks with colleagues and internal stakeholders, key government departments and community organisations Demonstrated commitment to person centred values and the belief in the rights of people with a disability to make their own decisions. Demonstrated interpersonal skills, flexibility and excellent written and verbal communication skills including negotiation and influencing. Current, valid driver s licence. Willingness to adhere to and support the Mission, Vision and Ethos of the St Vincent de Paul Society The St Vincent de Paul Society is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We strongly encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal applicants and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds 3