At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with disabilities in daily living skills and community engagement.
- Company: Endeavour Foundation, dedicated to empowering people with disabilities.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, entertainment benefits, training opportunities, and employee assistance programs.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace valuing diversity and offering excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying flexible work hours.
- Qualifications: Experience in disability support and a Certificate III in Individual Support is a plus.
We have a permanent roster line available at our SIL home in Oscar Court, Bellmere, offering a sleepover-focused roster designed to keep your days free.
The roster consists of 5 sleepover shifts Monday to Friday in Week 1, with no scheduled shifts in Week 2, and opportunities to pick up additional shifts where available.
Make an impact at Endeavour Foundation!
Other key duties will include
- Helping people to achieve their NDIS goals by developing important daily skills such as housekeeping, personal care, social skills and budgeting.
- Assisting with aspects of personal care where required to meet the individual needs of the people we support.
- Supporting with meal planning, cooking, light cleaning and facilitating community connection by socialising and going on outings.
- Providing support during daily activities such as going for a walk, going to the movies or accompanying to an appointment.
- Helping the people we support to maintain a connection to their family, friends, and services.
- Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate is a calm, compassionate, and professional Disability Support Worker with experience supporting individuals with complex support needs and behaviours of concern.
You will be confident providing personal care and supporting daily living tasks while creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.
The ability to remain calm under pressure, respond appropriately to challenging situations, and build trusting relationships is essential for success in this role.
We also require
- A Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is advantageous.
- Availability to work the permanent roster line consisting of 5 sleepover shifts Monday to Friday in Week 1, with flexibility to pick up additional shifts where available.
- Good computer skills and experience using Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check (Blue Card), NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card), First Aid, CPR, National Criminal History Check (Fit2Work), and an open Driver Licence with comprehensive insurance on your vehicle.
What benefits can Endeavour offer you?
- Salary Packaging Benefits: Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax-free, increasing your take-home pay.
- Entertainment Benefits: Use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income for entertainment expenses, such as meals and holiday accommodation.
- Employee Assistance Program: Access to a free and confidential counselling service for you and your family members.
- Wide range of training opportunities to help you grow professionally and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Additional
Benefits: Discounts on corporate private health insurance plans, whitegoods, and appliances; Paid Parental Leave; Reward and Recognition Program; and Free flu vaccinations.
Find out more about Endeavour Foundation!
Endeavour Foundation supports people with disabilities to live, learn, work and flourish according to their own interests and priorities.
We are people working together, making possibilities a reality for people with a disability, and for people seeking employment, education and training opportunities.
We focus on ability, on dreams, goals and potential.
Endeavour Foundation encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures.
This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability.
We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant's needs.
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Support Worker employer: Endeavour Foundation
Endeavour Foundation is an exceptional employer that champions inclusivity and empowerment in the workplace. Located in Kew, Victoria, we offer a supportive work culture where you can make a meaningful impact by helping individuals with disabilities achieve their employment goals. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide unique opportunities for professional advancement while fostering a collaborative environment that values safety and quality.
