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People Outdoors have an outstanding opportunity for motivated Disability Support Workers to combine their passion for working with people living with disability with their love for the outdoors and adventure activities. To see what opportunities are currently available please refer to the list below;
There is currently a waiting list for casual support worker roles based out of Melbourne.
Priority will be given to those available to work during the school holidays.
The Australian Camps Association (ACA) is seeking to fill multiple vacant positions of Disability Support Worker for the People Outdoors (PO) team.
ACA, the national peak body for camps and associated providers, believes that participating in supported outdoor experiences through camps and adventure activities leads to happier and healthier lives. Our vision is to facilitate ‘more people outdoors more often'. We provide information, resources, services and training to well over 200 members across Australia.
People Outdoors programs are hallmarked by a high level of communication with parents/guardians and campers, including a personal pre-camp (intake) meeting and post program evaluation. Our programs only operate at Australian Camps Association member campsites that are accredited with the QTF program. People Outdoors programs are outcomes focused and are all about fun, personal development, social connection and enjoying the great outdoors.
The role is Casual, and is based at member campsites in Victoria. Travel and out of hours work (e.g. weekends and school holidays) will be required.
Applications and all enquiries are to be sent via email to to Sean Sturrock - ssturrock@auscamps.asn.au or call 03 9863 6824.
The position description can be found here.
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Support the work of People Outdoors in providing outdoor experiences for people with disabilities.
"My advice would be that if you love making others happy, helping out campers and their families, adventure activities and sometimes a challenge, then get in there and join us! We would love to have you - you never know the difference you can make and what you can achieve. I guarantee you will love it." - Rachel, Program Leader
For 35 years, the Australian Camps Association (ACA), has provided supported camps and outdoor experiences for kids, teens, and adults living with disability through its People Outdoors program...
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Departs from Thornbury, Melbourne.
New to People Outdoors?
We’d love to welcome you! Simply complete our referral form and intake process to get started.
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Places are limited — book now and don’t miss out! 03 9863 6824
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New campers: complete our referral form to start the intake process before attending.
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Departs from Thornbury, Melbourne
New to People Outdoors? Complete our referral form to begin the intake process before camp.
Spaces are limited — book your place today! 03 9863 6824