Volunteer - HABIT-ILE Little Kids Newcastle2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsLocationCroudace Bay, NSW, AustraliaCerebral Palsy Alliance is a global centre of expertise for cerebral palsy and similar conditions. Join our community of volunteers to make a difference in the lives of people with cerebral palsy and similar conditions and grow your skills and experience as part of our alliance of great minds. Our shared values are Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous.At Cerebral Palsy Alliance, we value diversity, foster an inclusive culture and champion equitable opportunities. We welcome interest from volunteers with a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences including people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community.Volunteer opportunities include supporting our allied health therapy teams working with children and adults, supporting our Lifestyles, sports and accommodation clients, or gaining experience in our corporate services.Details Of The RoleHABIT-ILE Little Kids is a two-week goal directed training program designed specifically for children and teens with cerebral palsy and similar conditions. The program focuses on skills that children need for everyday function, including eating, dressing and moving, with particular emphasis on using two hands otherwise known as bimanual therapy. Developed in Belgium in 2011, HABIT-ILE leverages the latest science in neuroplasticity and is clinically proven to provide lasting and significant functional improvement. This is a stripped back version of the program designed for pre-school aged children.Benefits Of VolunteeringProvides you with a sense of purpose, personal and professional growthMake a positive contribution to the Cerebral Palsy communitySupport you to make a career change, explore new experiences and make new social connectionsDevelop confidence and build new skillsGain hands-on experience working with children and adults with cerebral palsy and similar conditionsDates & TimesDates: 31/03/2025 - 11/04/2025 (not weekends)Times: 8:30am - 1:30pmTasks & ResponsibilitiesContribute to an engaging, goal-oriented and strength-based group dynamicSupport kids 1:1 to engage with goal directed therapyHelp with set up and pack down for activitiesNot to assist with duties associated with the direct care of clients unless training has been provided i.e. mealtime assistance, personal care, lifting and positioning, medication or providing transportYou will be supervised by both an Occupational Therapist and PhysiotherapistRole Requirements16 years and aboveNDIS Worker ScreeningWorking with Children Check (NSW)Please let us know if you have any pre-existing injuries or illnesses which you are currently seeking, or have sought, medical treatment for which you think may impact your ability to volunteer. CPA is committed to supporting an inclusive environment and engaging volunteers with diverse lived experience. We will happily consider and accommodate reasonable adjustments that may be required to support you in the recruitment process, and to be successful and safe at CPA.Cerebral Palsy Alliance is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our clients and students and volunteers. As such we encourage all volunteers be vaccinated against COVID-19.Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds, advocates for, and protects the rights, wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are a child safe organisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.CPA is a smoke-free workplace including in, on and around CPA sites and vehicles.How To ApplyPlease click ''Apply'' to complete your application. If you have any questions about the role or require any reasonable adjustments to enable you to equitably participate in the recruitment process please contact Angela Dives on volunteer@cerebralpalsy.org.au.Seniority level: InternshipEmployment type: Part-timeJob function: OtherIndustries: Non-profit OrganizationsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cerebral Palsy Alliance by 2x.Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Volunteer - HABIT-ILE Little Kids Newcastle