At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide personal care and support to adults with disabilities in a group home setting.
- Company: Boutique SIL provider focused on compassionate care for individuals with severe acquired brain injuries.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, flexible shifts, and the chance to make a real difference in people's lives.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and ongoing training.
- Why this job: Join a caring team and help residents live their best lives while developing your career in disability care.
- Qualifications: Relevant diploma or three years of experience in a similar role; first aid certificate required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
#### Care and Support Worker (Disability)North Strathfield, NSW 2137Full Time#### Job description Supported Housing Development Group is a small boutique SIL provider operating group homes andshared units for adults living with severe acquired brain injuries.
Most of our clients have experienced major car accidents resulting in complex care needs, challenging behaviours and loss of memory.
Many of our residents are wheelchair dependent, have high personal care needs and swallowingdifficulties resulting in the need for hoist transfers, management of enteral feeding tubes, epilepsy, catheters and splints.
We have a number of units in the suburb of North Strathfield and a group home in Bella Vista wherewe need additional care staff primarily to cover our sleepover shifts which usually run from 6 pm to 9am with an inactive sleepover period.
Care staff are required to provide personal care, medication administration, meal preparation, housekeeping, lifestyle support and emergency support to residents in group homes and sharedhome units under the direction of the co-ordinator and in accordance with policy and procedures.
Care staff must ensure each resident’s needs are being met to maintain health and well-being andprovide first aid when required.
They need to monitor and report on each resident’s medical, physicaland emotional status including skin integrity, bowel and bladder function, food and fluid intake, rangeof motion and inform relevant personnel of any issues or changes in the condition of the resident.
We are looking for caring and enthusiastic people who are able to speak, read and write in Englishand be a team player able to work in a dynamic environment with other staff.
You must be willing toassist with intimate tasks including showering, dressing, grooming, changing and feeding.
To be considered for this position you will need to hold a relevant diploma or higher qualification orhave a minimum of three years of equivalent experience in a similar caring role; a current first aidcertificate; a valid drivers licence; and hold an NDIS worker screening check with clearance to workwith people living with a disability.
We are looking for staff who have ongoing entitlements to work in Australia rather than temporary and student visa holders.
Please provide details of your work status when you apply.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop a career in disability care.
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Care and Support Worker in Sydney employer: Job Q
Supported Housing Development Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being of both its residents and staff. Located in North Strathfield, NSW, we foster a supportive work culture where team members are encouraged to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with complex care needs. With opportunities for ongoing training and development, our boutique environment ensures that every employee feels valued and empowered to contribute to our mission of providing high-quality care.
