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$ 35 - 35
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Job Description
About Us:
True Ability is a registered disability service provider in Victoria with a mission to create environments that promote the liveability wellbeing and longterm independence for people with disabilities. We are passionate about what we do and we aim to go above and beyond to ensure that our participants receive personcentred services that meet their needs.
About the Role:
We are looking for experienced and dedicated Support Workers to provide assistance and support to individuals with complex needs. This role focuses on providing high intensity support to participants with complex and multiple support requirements encouraging their independence and selfdetermination. The successful candidates will be able to work autonomously and in collaboration with a team.
Successful candidates will receive onthejob training and buddy shifts to build their competency across a wide range of skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide emotional and physical support to individuals with complex needs
- Assist with daily living activities such as bathing dressing grooming meal preparation and feeding
- Administer medication as directed by healthcare professionals
- Accompany individuals to appointments and activities
- Maintain accurate records of services provided
- Communicate effectively with individuals families and healthcare professionals
- Monitor changes in an individuals condition and report any concerns promptly
- Create a safe and comfortable environment for individuals under your care
Desirable:
- Proven experience in managing severe dysphagia including administering modified meals and liquids.
- Expertise in providing highlevel care including medication administration and feeding assistance.
- Proficiency in hoist transfers and ensuring safe manual handling practices.
- Demonstrated skills in aspiration management and implementing preventative measures.
- Strong understanding of individual care plans and delivering personcentered support.
Qualifications:
- Certificate III in Disability or equivalent experience or working towards it
- Experience working in Disability Care within the community setting.
- Leadership experience in aged care or disability care with the ability to influence others to deliver outstanding care and customer service.
- High level of clinical knowledge.
- Sound understanding of Aged Care and Disability Quality Standards and quality management systems.
- Full Australian working rights and ability to pass a national police clearance.
Why Work for Us Join a dynamic team where you will receive:
Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.
Competitive salary package.
Opportunity to advance your career in a rapidly growing industry.
How to Apply: Ready to make a difference Click Apply now to submit your updated CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and why youre passionate about this role. We look forward to hearing from you!
For any inquiries contact us at
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Gig
