Experienced Support Workers

Werelooking forExperiencedSupport Workers Knox and Maroondah Regions Victoria

Casual Shiftsonly

Are you a patient and dedicated Support Worker with a passion for providing high-quality person-centred care We are seeking several experiencedsupport workers who can bring positive energy patience and a good sense of humour into the lives of 2 individuals. We are looking to expand our team of support workers who can handle the highs and lows are calm and committed can be amentorand will bring the right energy. Both young people take an active role in their own lives and supports require someone toassistthem to be independent drivers in their day-to-day activities.

About the Role

You will be supporting two young adults with complex communication needs and high physical support needs. The shifts will be 1:1 in their family homes and out accessing their local area. They use a range of AAC devices to communicate and have physical support needs that include gastrostomy feeding manual handling medicationadministrationand personal care. There are also opportunities to support these individuals 1:1 as they attend group based recreational programs. The right person will value these young peoples right for autonomyand choice and control as much as the need for quality physical support.

Shift Availability

We have a range ofcasualshifts available over a 24-hour period including sleepovers.

Why Join Us

Work in a supportive and structured environment.

Make a meaningful difference every day.

Access regular training and professional development opportunities.

Mandatory Requirements

• Capable of working independently without direct supervision.
• Industry standards require Certificate III minimum in disability related fields or similar. We ask that you provided proof of completed training or equivalent experience working with people in areas such as disability youth work education support nursing leadership community services sport.

Applicants for this role must have completed the following mandatory screening and training before they can begin working.

Screening requirements:NDIS Worker Screening numberVictorian Working with Children Check (Employee only)

Required Training requirements:NDIS Worker Orientation Module Quality Safety and You.

Assistancewith Medication TrainingFirst Aid (HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care SettingManual Handling in a Health Care SettingAttend a 3-hour paid New Employee Induction session with Interchange Outer East.

Interchange Outer East understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right toan equitablesafeand productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age gender ethnicity cultural backgrounddisabilityor sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

If you are passionate about making a real impact in someones lifesupportingpeople to be the best version of themselfand making trueconnectionsthenwedlove to hear from you!

For further information about the position please click: note: This is NOT an entry level position. The positionrequires Support Workers withsound/strongdemonstratedSupport Workerexperience.

Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled as they are received. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please apply put in the subject heading Support Worker Application: HIGH PHYS

For further information/questions please call reception on (03)and ask for Sarah Wilson.