At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide personal care and support to individuals with complex needs.
- Company: Join Kanda, a child-safe organisation committed to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Earn competitive pay rates from $35-$46 per hour plus penalty rates.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available; part-time and casual opportunities to fit your lifestyle.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in disability support or a willingness to learn; relevant qualifications are a plus.
The predicted salary is between 46 - 46 $ per hour.
- Competitive pay rates from $35-$46 per hour plus penalty rates and super
- Part-time and casual opportunities with a range of shifts
- Bring your experience, lived experience or willingness to learn and grow with us
- Competitive pay rates from $35-$46 per hour plus penalty rates and super
- Part-time and casual opportunities with a range of shifts
- Bring your experience, lived experience or willingness to learn and grow with us
Looking for a rewarding support role with flexibility, strong support and the opportunity to increase your earning potential?
We're looking for Support Workers to join our Mackay team providing complex care and individualised support.
Whether you're experienced in disability support, bring valuable lived experience, or are looking to develop your skills in the sector, full training and ongoing support will be provided.
About The Role
- Providing personal care and assistance with everyday activities
- Supporting participants with daily routines and community access
- Following individual support plans and relevant care procedures
- Recognising changes in participants' needs and escalating concerns where appropriate
- Completing accurate shift notes and communicating important information to the team
- Working collaboratively with other support workers to deliver consistent, quality care
- Available Shifts
- Day shifts: 8:00am-4:00pm
- Afternoon shifts: 1:00pm-7:00pm (2:1 support)
- Sleepover shifts: 4:00pm-8:00am, with periods of active support required overnight
Part-time and casual opportunities are available.
Applicants must be available to work between 8:00am and 7:00pm at a minimum.
Availability to complete two sleepovers per fortnight is highly desirable.
About You
We'd love to hear from people who
- Have disability or complex care experience, lived experience, or a willingness to learn
- Are reliable, compassionate and keen to develop their support skills
- Are studying or have qualifications in Occupational Therapy, allied health, nursing, Individual Support or Disability Support(highly desirable)
Essential Requirements
- A current Australian driver's licence (minimum P2)
- A Working with Children Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Rights to work in Australia
Want to Know More?
If you're looking for flexible work, supportive leadership and an opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Kanda is committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.
We're dedicated to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and comfortable to be themselves.
At Kanda, every voice matters, every culture is valued, and we believe that diverse perspectives aren't just welcome they're essential to who we are and what we do.
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