At a Glance
- Tasks: Support clients with daily living activities and provide companionship.
- Company: Join a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in people's lives.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and ongoing support from experienced staff.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while gaining valuable experience in the community.
- Qualifications: Cert III in Disability/Aged Care and experience with disabilities preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30348 - 37092 $ per year.
Are you interested in making a real difference in people's lives? Are you passionate about people and wanting to provide personalised, realistic support to the vulnerable? We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate Disability Support Workers for our Supported Independent Living Facility located in Yass. You will be highly supported in your role with opportunities for professional supervision and ongoing support.
The Role
- Supports clients with activities of daily living
- Assisting with personal care
- Providing domestic assistance (house cleaning, washing, tidying up)
- Assisting with meal preparation
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Transporting clients to appointments and/or recreational activities (if required)
To be successful for this position you will require:
- Minimum of Cert III in Disability/Aged Care/Community or Mental Health
- Experience working with people with disabilities, challenging behaviour and complex physical disabilities (desired)
- Flexibility and availability is essential in this role, with the ability to work a variety of shifts; morning, day, afternoon, evening, night and weekends
- Willingness to work in the community
If you are an experienced and dedicated care worker committed to helping people with disabilities, we would love to hear from you.
Essential for this Role
- 1-2 years of disability support work or personal care experience (desired)
- Valid work rights in Australia
- Current National Police Check (within 12 months validity), or be prepared to obtain
- Current First Aid & CPR certification (or be prepared to obtain)
- Working with vulnerable people card
- Demonstrated experience/knowledge in working with people with disabilities
- Be comfortable working independently as well as an active team member
- NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) Worker Orientation Module Certificate is mandatory prior to commencement: NDIS Training Course
What We Offer
- Flexibility in working hours to suit work-life balance needs
- Fixed days and ongoing rosters
- Competitive industry hourly rates in line with your experience and qualifications - paid fortnightly
- SCHADS Award penalty rates for evenings and weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Ongoing support and advice from our experienced and friendly office and management team with regular follow-ups
Disability Support Worker - Yass employer: Access Lifecare
Join our dedicated team in Yass as a Disability Support Worker, where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth, offering flexible working hours and competitive pay rates, along with ongoing professional supervision and access to our Employee Assistance Program. If you're passionate about providing personalised care and support, this is the perfect place for you to thrive in your career.
