DSC Learning and Development Team

Contact Details

Manager Learning & Development

Phone: 9486 2926

Email;

 
Overview of Training

Co-ordinate and deliver flexible training, and where relevant assessment, to develop and enhance the skills of staff supporting people with disabilities, including:·

  • Induction training
  • Refresher training
  • Service improvement
  • Nationally recognised qualifications in Disability Work·

Available to internal and external disability direct care staff, including volunteers· Competency based training focused on skills, knowledge and attitudes required for support and training of people with disabilities in accommodation and community settings·

 
Packages and Programs Delivered

Packages/programs delivered on a cost recovery basis with places subject to availability:

Monthly (excluding December) - values, ethics and duty of care; manutention; mealtime management; behaviour support including passive self defence; OHS management including risk/hazard management; fire safety; personal care; epilepsy; infection control, safe food handling; nutrition; grief and loss·

Bi-monthly - conflict management/resolution, functional communication ·

Quarterly - certificate III in disability work ·

Annually - certificate IV in disability work·

When required delivery at external organisation by negotiation