At a Glance
- Tasks: Support participants in SIL homes and assist with community access and daily routines.
- Company: Manaaki Care, a boutique NDIS provider focused on genuine relationships.
- Benefits: Ongoing training, supportive management, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Flexible shifts, including sleepovers, and a valued contribution to participant independence.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a dynamic team environment.
- Qualifications: 2 years experience in SIL or relevant disability support and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 22.5 - 27.5 $ per hour.
You'll support participants in SIL homes as well as providing Community Access and other supports where required.
Our SIL homes are busy environments, and we're looking for competent and confident candidates who can stay calm, think on their feet, communicate effectively, work as part of a team, and work independently to ensure participants are supported in a safe, stable environment.
Key responsibilities
- Daily routines, household tasks and personal care
- Community access, appointments and activities
- Supporting participant goals and independence
- Emotional and behavioural support
- Following support plans, procedures and documentation requirements
- Contributing to the smooth running of the home
- Work a minimum of one sleepover shift per week
- Work across a rotating 24/7 roster
- Work across SIL and Community Access supports
About you
- Minimum 2 years experience in SIL or relevant disability support
- Experience supporting people with complex needs, psychosocial disability, mental health, trauma and/or complex behaviours
- A genuine commitment to person-centred support
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A calm, resilient and practical approach
- Good judgement, initiative and problem-solving skills
- Professional boundaries and respect for participant dignity
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working With Children Check, where applicable
- Current First Aid & CPR
About us
Manaaki Care was established in 2021 as a boutique registered NDIS provider supporting participants across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Maitland, with a strong focus on genuine relationships, person-centred support and helping people live as independently as possible.
- Supportive and approachable management
- A genuine team environment
- Ongoing training and development
- Opportunities to grow
- Variety across SIL and Community Access
- The opportunity to work towards a stable roster
- A workplace where your contribution is valued
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SIL Support Worker employer: Manaaki Care
Manaaki Care is an exceptional employer located in Newcastle, NSW, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both employees and participants. With a focus on professional development, staff are encouraged to grow their skills in disability support while enjoying flexible working arrangements, including a rotating roster that promotes work-life balance. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities, all within a vibrant community setting.
