Student Placement at Melba Support Services

City of Ballarat, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Artistic Development, Creative Goals, Project Coordination, Material Management, Support Staff Liaison, Incident Reporting, OHS&W Compliance, Team Collaboration, Training Attendance, Communication Skills

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Working at Melba Support Services (Melba) We support people with disability to live the life they want. We have a Zero Tolerance approach to violence, abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Every member of the Melba community is committed to The Melba Way Charter, our vision, purpose and values. Melba aims to create welcoming and respectful workplaces that promote inclusive and collaborative working relationships. For over 50 years Melba Support Services has been providing services to people with disability that focus on supporting people to dream big, embrace life and do what they choose and value. Melba is firmly grounded in upholding human rights and recognises that part of living a happy, healthy life is being independent and being able to do the things that bring us joy. Melba won the 2023 National Disability Award for Excellence in Service Quality. Why Join Us? We are a human-rights, values-based, not-for-profit community organisation committed to providing services that support individuals with disability to lead everyday lives of their choice, if this resonates with you, come join us! What you’ll be doing (Key accountabilities) The Employee is responsible for the artistic component of the project and specifically to: In consultation with program staff and participating artists, develop and review individual creative goals, and ensure that the studio activities meet the stated objectives of each participating artist. Liaise with relevant support staff and resources in the implementation of the project. Support and encourage participating artists in the development of their artistic practice and objectives within the context of the studio. Purchase/coordinate materials as required, in consultation with the coordinator within budget. Regularly consult with the coordinator to debrief on the studio’s experiences, communicate any difficulties which you may be experiencing, and receive any required support. To report incidents and complaints via the appropriate protocol. Attend staff meetings and training as required by the Coordinator/Managers. Submit log sheet and program notes and attendance at the end of the workshops. (in some case this may be shared task with other staff). Occupation Health Safety and Wellbeing (OHS&W) Take reasonable care for their health, safety, and wellbeing and that of others. Observe safe systems of work. Follow OHS&W policies and procedures. Report hazards, near misses and incidents in accordance with the agreed incident reporting system. Contribute to a positive culture in relation to OHS&W and participate in consultative structures. Inclusion at Melba Melba Support Services recognises the contribution that a diverse workforce makes to continuous improvement and service delivery and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Melba Support Services values diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islanders. People with disabilities and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are also encouraged to apply. Melba Support Services is committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and day-to-day work. As a provider of supports and services to children, Melba is committed to ensuring that every child feels safe and respected. All Melba staff and volunteers have a responsibility to make sure that children’s wellbeing and safety comes first, that they are supported to achieve their potential, respected, and protected from abuse and neglect. Hello and welcome to the Melba Support Services job application portal. We're delighted to have you here as you explore exciting career opportunities with us. Melba makes a difference by empowering people with a disability to live the life they want. For more than 50 years we have been supporting people to dream big, be happy and do what they choose and value. At Melba we open up a world of opportunities and make things happen for people to live life – proudly, joyously, creatively, adventurously – the way they want. Need assistance with Job Application? Do you need help submitting your application? If so, please contact us at careers@melbasupport.com.au We're here to support you. We are committed to achieving our core values of human rights, passion, creativity, flexibility and fun in everything we do. If you are ready to make a real difference with your work, empowering people to live fabulous and purposeful lives, we’d love to hear from you. Our approach is driven by the people we support and is built on a human rights values-based framework.

Responsibilities

The Employee is responsible for the artistic component of the project, developing and reviewing individual creative goals in consultation with program staff and participating artists. They will also support and encourage participating artists in their artistic practice and objectives.