Be the difference in someones every day.
- Casual Support Worker positions are available with varied shift times that support work-life balance and accommodate other commitments such as study or a second job. This is meaningful work where your presence truly matters backed by ongoing professional development and training to support your growth and open doors to future career opportunities.
- Make a real difference in peoples lives every day and be part of a purpose-driven values-based organisation.
- Northcott offers a great range of employee benefits including Perkbox salary packaging and discounted gym memberships to support your wellbeing in and out of work.
About Northcott:
At Northcott we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live life their way. As a not-for-profit disability service provider we support people with disability to explore possibilities achieve goals and live the life they choose.
With more than 90 years of experience and a strong presence across NSW QLD and the ACT Northcott is one of Australias largest and most trusted disability service organisations. Every year we provide people with a disability along with their families and carers personalised and empowering support.
We are a registered NDIS provider employing more than 3000 dedicated staff across metropolitan and regional locations.
Before applying for a role at Northcott we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story
What I Will Be Doing:
As a Support Worker working in an accommodation setting i will support customers to live as independently and confidently as possible helping them build daily living skills stay healthy and safe and stay connected to their community.
- I will support customers with personal care in a way that promotes dignity and independence. This could include showering toileting continence support.
- I will assist with safe manual handling using equipment such as hoists and transfer aids.
- I will work alongside clinical teams families and my peers to implement positive behaviour support strategies and create environments where each person feels respected understood and empowered.
- I will follow individual care plans to support health needs such as epilepsy and wound care.
- I will administer medication safely and accurately according to medication management plans.
- I will prepare and support mealtimes according to mealtime management plans.
- I will help customers maintain a clean and safe home environment for example light cleaning laundry shopping.
- I will assist with community access social inclusion and everyday outings. I am comfortable behind the wheel and happy to help customers get where they need to go or open to learning how to drive a wheelchair-accessible van.
- I will encourage and enable daily living skills to build confidence and independence.
About You:
Northcott is on the hunt for friendly passionate Support Workers with industry experience or qualifications to fill casual rolesready to make a real difference. If you bring enthusiasm and fresh ideas we want you on our team.
- I see possibility and potential not limitations.
- I am passionate about building confidence and independence in others.
- I will offer support that uplifts not just assistance.
- I will bring a calm curious and consistent approach to your work.
- I recognise that learning looks different for everyone.
- I will take the time to listen deeply respond thoughtfully and adjust as needed.
- I will create spaces where people feel safe respected and genuinely valued.
- I am dependable adaptable and motivated to help others grow.
- I embrace diversity and understand the value of different perspectives.
As a Support Worker at Northcott I will support people with disability to reach their goalsno matter the size. Whether its getting ready for a job forming new friendships or having more control over daily choices I will be there every step of the way.
Position Description
Why I want this role at Northcott
- Northcott offers many fantastic employee benefits including Perkbox discounted health insurance gym membership motor service offers and more!
- Increase your take home pay and save on taxes with salary packaging of up to $15900 annually.
- A family friendly workplace is offered and support provided for staff to manage their home and work lives effectively.
- Learning and career advancement opportunities and you will have your contributions valued.
Ready to empower others Start your journey with Northcott and apply today!