Transport and Program Support Worker

Our Children Youth & Families Team is looking to engage a Transport and Program Support worker who will play an important role in providing safe, reliable and culturally respectful transportation for children and families attending services at GEGAC.

This role will primarily support our Early Years team to create welcoming and positive experiences for children and their families, ensuring they can access our Early Years programs with ease.

They may also provide transport and operational support across other divisions, including Primary Health where required.

Organisational Profile

GEGAC is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation based in Bairnsdale Victoria. Consisting of about 200 staff, GEGAC is a Not-for-Profit organisation that delivers holistic services in the areas of Primary Health, Social Services, Elders & Disability and Early Childhood Education.

GEGAC advocates for the self-determination of the Aboriginal community by prioritising services that enhance social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing, with culture at the heart of everything we do.

Position Purpose

The Transport and Program Support Worker provides safe, reliable and culturally safe transport services to children, young people, families and community members accessing GEGAC services and programs.

The role primarily supports the Children, Youth and Families Division, including Early Years programs, and may also provide transport and operational support across other GEGAC divisions including Primary Health, where required.

The position supports service accessibility and community participation through safe transport practices, positive client engagement, and practical operational support activities undertaken in accordance with organisational policies, legislative requirements and program needs.

The role works collaboratively with program staff to support safe and effective service delivery while maintaining professional boundaries and working under direction.

Qualifications and Registrations Requirement (Essential or Desirable).

·Valid Victorian driver’s licence with appropriate endorsements for transporting passengers ESSENTIAL

·Current First Aid and CPR Certifications (or willingness to obtain) ESSENTIAL

·Transport Victoria Accredited driver ESSENTIAL

·VicRoads driver history record ESSENTIAL

·A satisfactory Working with Children Check and Fit2Work Police Check ESSENTIAL

·A person of Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander background DESIRABLE

·Proof of COVID-19 vaccinated to align with GEGAC requirements ESSENTIAL

How to apply for this job

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Applicants must address the key selection criteria for shortlisting.

Any applications that have not addressed the key selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.

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This position will remain open until filled. Applications may close at any time without notice. To avoid disappointment or missing out, prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to apply without delay.”

A valid Working with Children Check and Police check is mandatory to work in this organisation.

"this advertisement is pursuant to the 'special measures' provision at section 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth)".