Midwest Community Living Association in Geraldton, Western Australia | Disability service

Midwest Community Living Association

Locality: Geraldton, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9921 1505

Address: 75 Marine Terrace 6530 Geraldton, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.midwestcommunityliving.org.au

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24.01.2022 WIN a ticket to the Spectrum Space Symposium. TO ENTER let us know below what your looking forward to the most at the Symposium in Geraldton. Like NDSP Plan Man...agers WA, Midwest Community Living Association and Allegro Physiotherapy and share this post to let your friends know to enter too. Winner will be chosen at random and announced 20th May 2021. *This competition is not endorsed by Facebook

23.01.2022 A lot has changed in the last month and the Coronavirus pandemic has affected us all in many different ways. It is natural to feel anxious, distress and concern during these uncertain and constantly changing times but it is important to remember there is always help available. If you, or a family member, would like support or further advice on ways to cope and look after your mental wellbeing, Beyond Blue have launched a new 24/7 support service dedicated to help people impacted by COVID-19. See below for further information.

23.01.2022 Concierge Car Wash Have 100 litres of Sanitiser Concentrate (Will make 1000 litres at 1:10) to give away in 1 litre bottles. Please bring your own bottle to red...uce plastic waste. They can also deliver for those that need it the most. This offer is especially for those who are eldery, disabled or in hardship. Please let those who need to know, know. This is a very kind offer from Shaun Minchinton at Concierge Car Wash. The car wash closes temporarily today. Ask for Dani. See more

23.01.2022 UPDATE REGARDING OPENING HOURS AT RIGTERS SUPERMARKETS. As of Tuesday 17th March, we will have an additional hour of trade available each day EXCLUSIVELY for P...ensioners, Seniors and those with a Disability. This is to provide an opportunity for them to shop at their own pace and have the opportunity to purchase essential items. The additional hours are below and as mentioned are only for Pensioners, Seniors and those with a Disability. Many of these members of society do not have access to social media so please share this and also pass via word of mouth. Queens Supa IGA Additional Hour Monday - Saturday 7am - 8am Sunday 10am - 11am Wonthella Supa IGA Monday - Sunday 6am - 7am Rigters Supa IGA will remain at a 6am opening for ALL MEMBERS of the community to assist those who start work early etc. These will continue until further notice with updates provided regularly through our Social Media Pages. We hope that these hours assist those most at need. Please respect who these are for and do not be offended if you can not access the stores yourself during this time. Look after each other. We’re all in the same boat and are stronger when we take care of each other. The Rigters Team

21.01.2022 MWCLA is back for 2020, and we're very excited to share our brand new look! With the transition to NDIS occurring in July 2019 and the increased emphasis on disability services organisations to work in a commercialised environment, MWCLA had to carefully consider where we sit in the disability service market place, how people both internal and external to our organisation feel about the way we deliver supports, where we are going in the future and how well we present the rig...ht image. In September 2019, we conducted a survey to see how our customers and staff felt about our organisation, and received wonderful, positive responses, including: Friendly and approachable Vibrant and bubbly Customer focused Welcoming and inclusive Flexible Non-judgmental Personalised and individual Professional Freedom and independence Empowerment and opportunities Choice and control It was however identified, that our existing logo had "passed it's use by date" and no longer reflected how the organisation wanted to be seen, and we decided it was time for a new visual identity. Read the full story of the development of our new visual identity here: https://www.midwestcommunityliving.org.au//our-new-look.as. 2019 was a huge year for MWCLA, and it doesn't look like we'll be slowing down at all in 2020. Stay tuned for lots more exciting changes coming soon!

20.01.2022 Disability Support Workers - Multiple Permanent Part Time Positions Available Midwest Community Living Association provides lifestyle, opportunity and choice to People with Disability in the community. We are currently looking for more permanent part time Support Workers to help us make a difference in the lives of our clients and support even more families living in the Midwest. Support Workers provide the required support and encouragement for an individual to live independ...ently and make their own lifestyle choices, including supporting daily living skills such as cooking and shopping, transporting clients to participate in community or social activities, supporting individual with personal care such as eating, toileting and bathing, and ensuring that they achieve their individual goals. The role of the Support Worker carries a very high level of responsibility as our clients rely on us to support them to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. The role is diverse and, at times, can be challenging and requires initiative, good problem solving skills and the ability to support and encourage individuals to: - Learn and develop independent living skills general household tasks including cooking, cleaning, shopping etc. - Participate in the community by attending regular activities and events. - Maintain personal care (including assistance with showering, toileting etc.) - Socialise and build friendships in the community We’d love to hear from you if you have: - A genuine desire to help people - A great attitude and a willingness to learn - A current driver’s license and a reliable motor vehicle - A National Police Clearance and Working with children check (or willing to obtain them) - Ability and reliability to undertake a variety of shifts including weekends and overnight sleep shifts. A full job description and application form is available to download at http://bit.ly/mwclajobs For more information or to obtain application forms phone Summer on 9921 1505, email [email protected] or drop into our offices at 4 Armstrong St, Geraldton. To apply, you MUST submit: 1. an application form, which you can download at http://bit.ly/mwcla-jobapplication 2. a covering letter explaining why you'd be good at this role, and 3. a current resume. Successful applicants must provide a current (less than 12 months old) and complete the NDIS Worker Orientation Module prior to commencement. Applications must be submitted by email to [email protected] or to 4 Armstrong Street, Geraldton, If you have any questions about the position, please contact Summer Pirrottina, Operations Manager, on 08 9921 1505

19.01.2022 We are organising a community event along with the City of Greater Geraldton to celebrate International Day of People with Disability on Thursday 3rd December 2020 from 9am to 11.30am at Stow Gardens. We would love if you could join us to help celebrate this very special day. There will be a free sausage sizzle, music and interactive activities to enjoy.

19.01.2022 Remember to come down today and enjoy lots of activities, grab yourself a free sausage and listen to some live music from 9 - 11.30 ar Stow Gardens.

18.01.2022 Positions Vacant: PROJECT OFFICERS Midwest Community Living Association is seeking Project Officers to coordinate the following projects: Quality & Safeguarding... Customer Programs Each project will have a 0.5FTE (half time) Project Officer for a 6 month period, however an applicant may apply for both positions and work in a full time capacity. The Project Officer undertakes discrete, time limited projects as required by MWCLA. The specifics of the individual projects are outlined in Project Scope documents. The Project Officer generally works independently and is responsible for developing timelines, budgets, communications and project plans to achieve the project deliverables and meet the KPIs. Details of the projects here: https://www.midwestcommunityliving.org.au/our-team.aspx More details on how to apply via Seek :https://www.seek.com.au/job/40660106

15.01.2022 We have moved! Midwest Community Living Association are now located at 75 Marine Terrace Geraldton, just down from the Geraldton Regional Library. We look forward to welcoming you to our new premises.

13.01.2022 Coronavirus Update As the Coronavirus situation changes day to day, rest assure MWCLA's priority remains the commitment to the health and well-being of our customers, staff and the wider community. That's why, in light of recent social distancing requirements, the MWCLA office will be closed to the public as of 4pm on Monday 30 March 2020. The office will be closed until further notice but we are still committed to providing the same level of exceptional service to our cus...tomers. However some things, like the way we communicate will be different, we can no longer meet face to face but you can still contact us by phone 9921 1505 or by email [email protected]. Moving forward we will also be communicating via virtual means including Skype and Zoom so we can all stay connected. While social distancing restrictions mean it is no longer possible to gather in groups or do many of the activities we used to, our passion to help you achieve your goals (with the help of modern technology), will ensure we all adapt to make the best of the situation we currently find ourselves in. Please take care and remember; Practise social distancing Practise good hygiene Wash your hands regularly for 20 seconds with soap and water or alcohol-based hand rub Cover your nose and mouth with a disposable tissue or flexed elbow when you cough or sneeze and wash hands immediately afterwards Understand how to self-isolate if you need to

13.01.2022 Midwest Community Living Association Inc is a non-profit Disability Services Organisation working to provide a lifestyle of choice and opportunity to people with disability. MWCLA provides support for individuals to live independently and meaningfully participate in the community. Our Board provides leadership, direction and purpose and ensures good governance and effective systems are in place to shape, enable and oversee the management of the organisation. MWCLA is seeking... two Board Members who will support MWCLA’s purpose and strategic direction. We’re looking for community members who have a desire to give back to their community, align closely with the values of MWCLA and wish to make a positive difference in peoples’ lives by governing and steering a highly valued organisation. Does this sound like you? If you would like to ask any questions or learn more about the organisation, contact Board Chair, Trish Anderson at [email protected] or on 0439 300 088. To request an application pack for further information and details on how to apply contact Carrie Puzzar, Principal Consultant from Carrie & Co via [email protected] or 0427 551 705.

12.01.2022 Looking for a meaningful career? If you are passionate about helping people and wanting to make a real difference in someone's life why not consider disability support work. Our support star Annalise shared her journey of becoming a disability support worker with local students today!

09.01.2022 For over 15 years, Midwest Community Living Association (MWCLA) has worked to provide a lifestyle of choice and opportunity to people living with disability, providing support for individuals to live independently and meaningfully participate in the community. Our friendly, passionate and experience team makes this possible, we’d love you to be a part of it. Due to significant growth we are currently recruiting to fill the following positions: Physiotherapist 0.5 FTE Oc...cupational Therapist 0.5 FTE Disability Support Coordinator 1 FTE Support Workers multiple permanent part-time positions available for persons willing to work weekends and nights. What you can expect, apart from joining an amazing team of people? Attractive salary packaging Professional development and training opportunities Employee Assistance Program Flexible hours For further information please contact Summer Pirrottina at [email protected] or telephone 08 9921 1505 If you would like to become part of the MWCLA team and work towards improving the lives of people with disability please request an application package by contacting Jo Moreschi at [email protected] or telephone 08 9921 1505.

09.01.2022 New Support Team Required Multiple Positions Available MWCLA are seeking to form a new team to support a man with disabilities 24/7 in his own home. Morning shifts, afternoon shifts and sleepover shifts available on a fixed roster. ... Support Workers provide the required support and encouragement for an individual to live independently and make their own lifestyle choices, including supporting daily living skills such as cooking and shopping, transporting clients to participate in community or social activities, supporting individual with personal care such as eating, toileting and bathing, and ensuring that they achieve their individual goals. The role of the Support Worker carries a very high level of responsibility as our clients rely on us to support them to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. The role is diverse and, at times, can be challenging and requires initiative, good problem solving skills and the ability to support and encourage individuals to: Learn and develop independent living skills general household tasks including cooking, cleaning, shopping etc. Participate in the community by attending regular activities and events. Maintain personal care (including assistance with showering, toileting etc.) Socialise and build friendships in the community We’d love to hear from you if you have: A genuine desire to help people A great attitude and a willingness to learn A current driver’s license and a reliable motor vehicle The successful applicants will need to provide before commencement: A police clearance less than 6 months old A current Provide First Aid certificate NDIS Worker Orientation Module A full job description and application form is available to download at http://bit.ly/mwclajobs For more information or to obtain application forms phone Summer on 9921 1505, email [email protected] or drop into our offices at 4 Armstrong St, Geraldton. Applications (including application form, covering letter and current resume) must be submitted by email to [email protected] or to 4 Armstrong Street, Geraldton.

08.01.2022 You can make a difference in someone's life just by asking a simple question, R U OK? It has been a challenging year for everyone and it is more important than ever to stay connected. Reach out today and start a conversation to check in on those around you, it could change a life

08.01.2022 NDS has developed the WA State Election Priorities for the State Election on 13 March 2021. This resource will be used as a part of a Campaign Strategy to promote commitment to the seven priorities by political parties and MPs. Key benefit points: Seek commitment to funded disability priorities benefitting the sector and people with disability... Provide for State Government stewardship of disability in WA Funded State Disability Strategy and Action Plan Who is this for? This resource is for WA political parties, members of parliament, NDS members, people with disability, their families and carers, and WA community and disability sector.

05.01.2022 Positions Vacant: AFTER HOURS COORDINATOR Midwest Community Living is seeking two After Hours Coordinators to work on a rotating roster. The After Hours Coordinator is responsible for manning the after hours contact service and responding to calls. This may include emergency rostering due to staff unavailability or assisting Support Workers through urgent situations that arise while they are providing support. As part of the MWCLA Service Delivery team, you will also contribu...te to the growth of the organisation and the establishment of best practice processes in the Disability Services industry. The After Hours Coordinator will principally work from their own home, with mobile phone and laptop provided, but may be required to attend the MWCLA office during normal business hours for meetings and training. Full details on Seek: https://www.seek.com.au/job/40777059

04.01.2022 We are hiring!! Do you want to make a difference in someone's life? Work with us as a Disability Support Worker.

02.01.2022 Daphne White from the Orange Story is doing a donation drop off at the Shire of Perejori and has asked for help. The people in the North Midlands towns will not have power for another 2 weeks and are doing it hard. They were also very impacted by the cyclone with extensive damage but not much help has gone their way. Daphne has chatted to a friend from Perenjori who has asked around and given her a list of needs for women & their families in this area. THIS IS THE PLAN - D...aphne will do a donation drop off this Wednesday morning to her friend at the Shire of Perenjori on her way to Perth. What they have asked for: Candles, matches, torches with spare batteries, camp lights. Meals for daily pick up from Shire (fresh lunches, dinners & baked goods) Plastic storage tubs with lids (large ones to put away stuff when cleaning up) Essentials food (non-perishable) and toiletries, other general cleaning items. Drop off: Today please (Tuesday 20th April) - At Northern Agricultural Catchments Council (NACC) - first floor in the Lotteries House Building Geraldton - work hours only. or At Mindbodylove Co, Corner of Durlacher & Marine Terrace, Geraldton (up the stairs) 9am to 3pm in Geraldton. * Any home cooked meals must be sealed and ingredients written on them (for allergies) * Meals requiring refrigeration are asked to be dropped off between 2-3pm today so we can keep them all cold and transfer to fridges. Thank you wonderful husband Steve and the men at Battery Mart who have organised eskies kindly donated by Geraldton Fruit and Vegetable Supply so I can take all the fresh food Wednesday am. You are awesome Thanks to Katherine from NACC and being a drop off point on Tuesday.

01.01.2022 Rostering Officer Part time Midwest Community Living Association is seeking a Rostering Officer to join our amazing Rostering Team. The rostering team work together to ensure appropriate, efficient and effective rostering of Support Workers to provide scheduled supports to customers and administrative duties that enable the production of payroll reports. This is a part time position, working from 1 3.30 pm Monday to Friday. As part of the rostering team the successful ca...ndidate will also be will be required to be available to provide back up to the other members of the team, including the After Hours Coordinators for periods of leave. To obtain a copy of the position description please contact MWCLA on 08 9921 1505. Applicants are required to submit a covering letter outlining their suitability based on the selection criteria in the position description and a current resume. Applications can be submitted by email to [email protected]. For further information, please contact Renae Zimmermann or Alison Adam at MWCLA.

01.01.2022 MWCLA are very proud to be an Exhibit Sponsor of the Spectrum Space Symposium being held in Geraldton on Thursday 27 May 2021 Early bird tickets close on Monday 8 March. Visit https://www.spectrumspace.org.au//spectrum-space-symposiu/ for more information on our speakers and how to book. Experts in the field, including those with lived experience, will present on a wide range of topics, many identified by the local communities. The Symposium provides a unique opportunity t...o listen, learn and network, and below is a snapshot of some of our speakers and topics: Professor Andrew Whitehouse will take you through the early intervention journey through the lens of a recently released landmark report summarising the best evidence for some 111 intervention approaches. In a separate session Andrew will also invite clinicians for an informal discussion about the report as well as a Q&A session. Autistic author, keynote speaker, researcher and disability consultant, Dr Emma Goodall will take you through tips for good mental health, a workshop on parental self-care with Tom Tutton and a breakout session on sensory regulation. Positive Behaviour Support expert Dr Tom Tutton will run a 2 hour workshop for educators as well as co-present the parental self-care workshop with Emma Goodall. Educator and Director at Team Collaborate Christina Holly will be talking to educators about how collaborative communication between all stakeholders improves outcomes for secondary students with autism. She will also talk to clinicians about how to employ compassionate therapy to navigate the well-being of parents whose children have an autism diagnosis. Join our panel of speakers from NDSP to find out all you need to know when planning for the NDIS. We also have a number of subsidised tickets which means that individuals on the spectrum or families/carers can apply to come for free by visiting https://www.spectrumspace.org.au//spectrum-space-symposiu/ , chose the location and then fill in the subsidy form. Please note that applications to subsidies close on 25 March, so get in quick!