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Working with The Junction Works

The Junction Works was founded 35 years ago and operates across the Greater Western Sydney Region. We provide services in disability, community, youth and children’s programs.

Over the last few years we’ve grown and extended our reach into allied health and support-coordination services. 

At The Junction Works you will find:

Respect: We embrace the diversity of all people

Integrity: We are honest, ethical and compassionate in our actions

Creativity: We are flexible now and imaginative about the future

Excellence: We adapt and strive to produce the best results

Vitality: We are filled with energy, confidence and belief

What do you need to apply

Compulsory checks 

We are working with vulnerable people which means that that all staff need compulsory checks. You are responsible for both the cost of the checks as well ensuring these are maintained and provided to the HR team as they are renewed.

NDIS Worker Screening Check

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) requires our staff to have a valid NDIS Worker Screening Check to help determine whether a person is cleared or excluded from working in certain roles with people with disability.

NDIS Worker Screening Check costs $80 and is valid for five years.

https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/ndiswc

NSW Working with Children Check

A NSW Working with Children Check is a requirement for anyone whose role involves direct physical or face-to-face contact with children. Most of our positions require a valid employee WWCC for paid employment (not voluntary work).

A Working with Children Check costs $80 and is valid for five years. 

https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check 

National Police Check

Some of our roles require a national police check. This is undertaken after an offer of employment has been made, if required, for specific types of employment with The Junction Works. More information will be provided if required depending on the role you have applied for.. 

https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-national-police-check 

First Aid and CPR

Current First Aid and CPR certifications are requirements for most of our roles. First Aid and CPR courses are run by a number of organisations with plenty of flexibility to be able to work around your individual commitments. If you have questions about this, requirement and training providers, please contact our HR team through people@thejunctionworks.org

Drivers Licence

Most of our roles require a valid NSW driver’s licence as you may be required to transport participants to and from appointments and outings. 

Work Rights

We will need verified copies of either your birth certificate or passport and any visa documentation. 

References

We will ask you to nominate at least two people to be referees. Referees are managers you have reported to at previous jobs, who are happy to be contacted and share information about your performance.

If you progress to this stage, you will receive an email to provide the details of your two references. You may wish to advise your referees prior to sharing their details. Generally, we will contact referees by email.

Pre-Employment Medical

As part of the recruitment process, all applicants successful in moving beyond the interview stage will be asked to attend a pre-employment medical. The pre-employment medical is conducted by an external provider who will contact you directly to organise an appointment.

Student Placements

The Junction Works partners with Universities, TAFE and other training providers to help facilitate student placements. We have placements available across a wide range of study areas including disability, youth and community settings as well as working alongside our allied health team. 

 

A placement with us will give you practical, hands-on experience in your field of study, and the opportunity to learns from professionals who have been working in the sector.

If you are interested in a placement with The Junction Works, please email your details, including the course you are studying to people@thejunctionworks.org.

Volunteering at The Junction Works

Some of community centres and disability programs rely greatly on the generosity of volunteers.

Flexible scheduling is available to suit ongoing volunteering or simply helping out with a specific event. If you are interested in volunteering with TJW, please send through your details to people@thejunctionworks.org

Careers

Meet the staff

Services

Our service provides a welcoming and safe environment for children to engage in activities enhancing their self-help skills, cognitive, fine and gross motor skills through play-based learning.
Our service provides a welcoming and safe environment for children to engage in activities enhancing their self-help skills, cognitive, fine and gross motor skills through play-based learning. Our program includes access to computers and supporting children with their homework.
Kids and Youth Vacation Care provides a safe and engaging environment that promotes positive wellbeing outcomes for everyone who attends. The program ensures that Kids and Young People feel supported and included. 
The Junction Works has nine supported independent living homes throughout South West Sydney and we are ready to support you, or your loved ones with respite and emergency accommodation.
We can support you to apply for the NDIS, assisting you to understand and utilise your NDIS Plan, and support you with NDIS reviews.
The Junction Works friendly and experienced team of Support Coordinators can support you to maximise your NDIS Plan and supports.
Informative and fun workshops for primary and high schools based on contemporary topics such as bullying, mental health, social media, healthy relationships, anger management, drugs, and alcohol.
School Leavers Employment Support (SLES) involves helping prepare participants transition from school into the workforce. Participants will be provided with new skills that will help support unique pathways to employment. Participants will also be able to develop partnerships with various job providers and learn more about being a part of the workforce. Aimed at students in year 11 and 12.

Getting started?

Contact us now and we’ll work with you to maximise your NDIS Plan.

Programs

"Everyone is so committed to make the participant experience something different"

Staff member

Events

The Junction Works is excited to be bringing our SPARK Festival back from 6th - 8th of October 2023.
Mums & Bubs is an 8-week social group that supports mums with babies aged 6 weeks to 1 year, facilitated at Wattle Grove on Mondays. Sessions include art and craft activities, guest speakers, sensory play and development, making new social connections and more.
Playgroup is facilitated at Wattle Grove Kiddie Cove on Wednesdays for children aged 0-5 and their parents/carers. There are a range of art and craft activities, story and rhyme time, activities to help develop social skills and motor skills, and messy play.
Free healthy breakfast provided for students at local schools and a free sit-down lunch for the local Claymore community along with food hampers available for residents.
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