Female Disability Support Worker (SIL) Nowra Worrigee

At Afford we are focused on improving the lives of people with disability by prioritising their choices promoting their rights and exploring possibilities the Female Support Worker role you will support this vision by providing high-quality support to clients in an Supported Independent Living (SIL) setting.

Still want to make a real difference Join our team and help individuals with disabilities live their best lives. Were looking for caring and compassionate people to provide essential support and guidance. Lets work together to create a more inclusive community.

What you will do

• Provide personalised support to clients in accordance with their individual support plans
• Work a variety of shifts including active nights sleepovers weekdays and weekends
• Assist with daily living activities such as personal care meal preparation and medication management
• Support the team in facilitating community participation and social activities
• Support clients in developing life skills and promoting independence
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation

What you will bring

• Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support or above
• A passion for safeguarding human rights and a deep personal connection to working in a purpose-driven organisation
• Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current NDIS Worker Screening Check Working with Children Check and a current Class C Driver Licence
• A current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Passport Birth Certificate or Citizenship Certificate to validate Australian work rights
• Willingness to complete a National and International Police Check (paid for by Afford)
• Ability to complete a pre-employment medical and functional assessment (paid for by Afford)

Why join Afford:

• Make a difference Help people with disability access the services and supports they need to live the lives they choose.
• NFP Salary Packaging benefits Increase your take-home pay with up to $15900 tax-free plus $2650 for meals and entertainment.
• Additional leave benefits Enjoy bonus leave at each work anniversary and the option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Health and wellbeing Access discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport and a range of wellbeing initiatives.
• Career development Grow your skills through ongoing learning professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive culture Join a collaborative values-led team committed to inclusion continuous improvement and making a positive impact.

More about Afford:

At Afford we exist to create an inclusive world where human rights are realised a world where people of all abilities can share in lifes adventure. We are committed to inclusion diversity and creating opportunities for people with disability to live the lives they choose. Our people live our values of Kind Clear Team and Explore. To learn more about Afford visit .

This is a female-only accordance with Section 30 of the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth) and applicable state legislation this position is exempt from the requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex. The exemption is provided on the basis of a genuine occupational requirement related to the provision of personal care to female clients.