Location: Allambie Heights, 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 adultsSupporting our Lifestyles, sports, and accommodation clientsGaining experience in our corporate servicesDetails of the Role:We understand that children and adults with cerebral palsy and similar conditions can find visiting a regular dentist challenging. Run by volunteer dental practitioners, our clinic has specialized equipment uniquely designed to treat people with cerebral palsy and similar disabilities, providing more comfort and access than regular dental clinics. The clinic normally runs 2 or 3 mornings each week, typically on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.Benefits of the Role:Provides you with a sense of purpose, personal and professional growthMake a positive contribution to the Cerebral Palsy communitySupport you to explore new experiences, develop skills, and make new social and professional connectionsGain hands-on experience working with children and adults with cerebral palsy and similar conditionsDates & Times:Our volunteer dental assistants are usually rostered on for half-day morning clinics throughout the year, typically run on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Our Dental Clinic Manager will work with you to schedule flexible days and times that suit your current work commitments. You can choose how many clinics to attend each year.Tasks & Responsibilities:To provide dental assistance under the instruction of the qualified dentist or dental hygienist providing care to the clients of Cerebral Palsy Alliance, including general chair assistance, sterilization, and general administration.Role Requirements:Current Dental Assistant certification/qualificationExperience in a dental practiceNDIS Worker ScreeningWorking with Children Check (NSW)Important Information: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, students, and volunteers. As such, all volunteers at CPA must be triple vaccinated against COVID-19, prior to their start date. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and upholds, advocates for, and protects the rights, wellbeing, and safety of people with a disability. We are a child-safe organization 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 Apply:Please 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 our team at .#J-18808-Ljbffr