At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with disabilities in daily activities and help them achieve their goals.
- Company: Join YellowBridge QLD, a leading not-for-profit organisation in Toowoomba.
- Benefits: Enjoy work/life balance, professional development, and a supportive wellness program.
- Other info: Flexible hours including weekends and sleepovers; training in complex behaviours is a plus.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a values-driven team.
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) and strong interpersonal skills required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Weekends and Sleepovers availability required.
Do you want to be part of a values driven organisation that is committed to finding bright possibilities and helping lives shine?
The company: YellowBridge is one of Toowoomba's leading not for profit companies, delivering a suite of home and community care services, youth services, community housing services and disability support services. Our Vision is connecting lives and finding bright possibilities and our Mission is working together to help lives shine.
The team: In our Disability Team, YellowBridge QLD provides support to a wide range of people in the Toowoomba area, and we are looking for people who have something to bring to our team as Support Worker within our Disability program.
The role and you: In this position you will be required to deliver a high standard of support to people with a disability in all areas of their lives and support some complex needs. This means supporting people at home and in the community to help them with their daily needs and achieve their short and long term goals. You must be able to work independently, show initiative and understand the unique requirements of each person's support, whether they be simple or complex. You must be willing to adapt to new situations quickly and be available for flexible services delivery. You will be required to adhere to high quality workplace health and safety standards, participate in professional development and be an honourable representative of YellowBridge QLD in the community.
Position Requirements:
- High level interpersonal skills, including the ability to work in a multifunctional team and interact with a broad cross-section of people.
- Strong oral communication and fluent in English language.
- Ability to support clients with complex needs.
- Experience with maintaining records of service delivery, or ability to acquire the knowledge.
- Minimum of Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent; preferably a minimum of 12 months supporting clients with complex behaviours.
- Availability to work within a 24/7 support environment including evenings, weekends and sleepovers.
- All applicants are required to have Yellow and Blue cards.
- Positive Behaviour Support Plan training an advantage.
- Any skills or training with complex behaviours would be considered favourably.
What YellowBridge Offers:
- Work/life balance supported with an active wellness program.
- Generous professional development opportunities for skills and career development.
- A professional, well-resourced workplace.
- A workplace driven by values.
- A diverse team of like-minded people who make a difference.
If you're someone who wants to make a real difference in the lives of others, then this may be the position for you.
Support Worker Disability employer: Yellowbridge QLD
At YellowBridge QLD Ltd, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a positive impact in the Toowoomba community. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and personal growth, offering employees opportunities to develop their skills while contributing to meaningful outcomes in housing and disability support. Join us to be part of a compassionate team that values your contributions and prioritises the well-being of both staff and the community we serve.
