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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;

Roles in Victoria

 

There is currently no causal support worker roles based out of Melbourne. 

 

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Roles in New South Wales

People Outdoors - Camp Leader Ad Image 2.pngCamp Leader - Disability Support Worker

The Australian Camps Association (ACA) is seeking to fill multiple vacant positions of Camp Leader -  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 New South Wales. Programs will commence in March, 2024. Travel and out of hours work (e.g. weekends) will be required.

Applications and all enquiries are to be sent via email to Claudia Validum - cvalidum@auscamps.asn.au.

The position description can be found here.

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Disability Support Worker Ad Image (NSW)Disability Support Worker

The Australian Camps Association (ACA) is seeking to fill multiple vacant positions of Camp Leader -  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 New South Wales. Programs will commence in March, 2024. Travel and out of hours work (e.g. weekends) will be required.

Applications and all enquiries are to be sent via email to to Claudia Validum - cvalidum@auscamps.asn.au

The position description can be found here.

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Roles in Queensland

People Outdoors - Camp Leader Ad Image QLD.pngCamp Leader - Disability Support Worker

The Australian Camps Association (ACA) is seeking to fill multiple vacant positions of Camp Leader -  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 Queensland. Programs will commence in March, 2024. Travel and out of hours work (e.g. weekends) will be required.

Applications and all enquiries are to be sent via email to Claudia Validum - cvalidum@auscamps.asn.au

The position description can be found here.

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Disability Support Workers (QLD).pngDisability Support Worker

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 Queensland. Programs will commence in March, 2024. Travel and out of hours work (e.g. weekends) will be required.

Applications and all enquiries are to be sent via email to Claudia Validum - cvalidum@auscamps.asn.au

The position description can be found here.

 
 
 
 


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

 

 
 
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VIC: West Gippsland Adventure
CYC Forest Edge
Adults (18yrs+)
02-05-2025 - 04-05-2025
weekend

Join us at CYC Forest Edge for this weekend camp (2 nights).

This camp is for Adults (18yrs+) living with disability. Please note this camp will depart from our Melbourne departure point in Thornbury.

Some of the activities you might participate in are canoeing, archery, riddle rogain, campfire cooking and more!

New to People Outdoors camps? Please complete the referral form so we can begin the intake process (note: completion of the intake process is required prior to attending any camp).

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NSW: Adults Weekend Camp May 2025
YMCA Camp Yarramundi
Adults (18yrs+)
02-05-2025 - 04-05-2025
weekend

Join us at YMCA Camp Yarramundi, Yarramundi for this weekend camp (2 nights).

This camp is for Adults (18yrs+) living with disability. Please note campers will need to meet at the venue.

Some of the activities you might participate in are get-to-know you games, archery, low ropes and more!

New to People Outdoors camps? Please complete the referral form so we can begin the intake process (note: completion of the intake process is required prior to attending any camp).

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VIC: Kids & Teens Weekend Adventure | Bacchus Marsh
Lady Northcote Discovery Camp
Kids & Teens (6-17yrs)
16-05-2025 - 18-05-2025
weekend

Join us at YMCA Lady Northcote Discovery Camp for this weekend camp (2 nights).

This camp is for Kids & Teens (6-17yrs) living with disability. Please note this camp will depart from our Melbourne departure point in Thornbury.

Some of the activities you might participate in are canoeing, archery, campfire cooking and more!

New to People Outdoors camps? Please complete the referral form so we can begin the intake process (note: completion of the intake process is required prior to attending any camp).

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