Residential Support Worker - Casual
Residential Support Worker - Casual
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Job Description
Great People. Great Careers. Excellent Healthcare
DPV Health is a leading healthcare service provider delivering a wide variety of clinical community health and wellbeing services across Melbournes northern growth corridor. DPV Health has been awarded the Premiers Primary Healthcare Service of the Year in 2023 & 2024.
Our People are the foundation of DPV Health; they are what make our organisation thrive and the ones who create meaningful change in peoples lives. Over 700 professionals support and deliver excellent health care to our community at DPV Health. We are always looking for passionate driven great people to join our team and make a lasting impact. That is why we foster a workplace culture that is as rewarding as it is inclusive. We are committed to supporting Our People to lead fulfilling lives no matter who they are or where they are from - or where they are going.
Our workplace culture is committed to DPV Health values and celebrates workforce diversity reinforcing the positive approach we have to the way people contribute communicate engage and interact. Our People deserve to feel empowered and supported as they pursue their professional goals learn new skills and achieve meaningful milestones in their work. At DPV Health we foster an environment that promotes greater growth innovation and collaboration so you can feel elevated every day.
Our employee benefits connect recognise and support Our People acknowledging and valuing everyday contributions to the success and culture at DPV Health. We strive to ensure that Our People thrive at work and in all personal and professional pursuits. We invest in Our People proudly offering a diverse range of opportunities including knowledge sharing ongoing learning and development leadership development connectedness and celebration; these are key pillars in our culture.
Thats the DPV Health Way. For a full list of our benefits and more on great careers at DPV Health please see our website.
Description
Be part of a fun passionate and exciting team that is dedicated to client outcomes and make lifelong impact with people living with disability
A little about the role
DPV Health Supported Independent Living Service is a NDIS registered service providing support to people with disabilities. Residents may have physical and/ or intellectual disabilities health conditions specific language and communication needs and may demonstrate behaviors of concern.
The Residential Support Worker provides a comprehensive support service to residents in their home which extends to the community and health planning. The position also contributes to daily operational of household tasks with the residents participating where possible.
You will aid in achieving these outcomes by:
Assist residents in undertaking a range of activities of daily living including- medication personal & self- care food preparation & mealtime assistance dressing & maintenance of personal hygiene
- Plan conduct and follow up residents health appointments and maintain communication of these to
- team members.
- Establish and maintain effective links and positive working relationships with the residents families and other stakeholders
- Creating and maintaining an environment that empowers people with disabilities
- Development and implementation of resident directed care programs to deliver on the individuals goals
- and outcomes
- Contribute to meal preparation in line with resident group and DPV Health guidelines
- Transport residents using DPV Health vehicles to / from home and to outings
- Contribute and participate in bi-monthly Care Team Meeting and supervision sessions
- Complete house routines and cleaning that ensure a safe well-presented and clean home for the residents
Skills And Experiences
About you
If you are someone who strives in a fun and energetic environment and are committed to making a difference to people living with a disability then this is the right team for you.
We are looking for individuals who:
Ability to drive DPV Health Buses (11-seater) or endorsed bus license
- Experience planning implementing and evaluating disability centered framework
- Ability to work independently in the community and respond to a changing work environment
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems make decisions and escalate when required
- Manage time and ensure the efficient and effective use of resources
- Ability to write clear concise resident notes and complete reports as necessary
- Demonstrated skills in using PC Microsoft products and experience with resident database software
The DPV Health Way
The health and wellbeing of our people is at the core of our employee and client experience. All perks are curated with care allowing you to thrive at work and in all personal and professional pursuits. Knowledge sharing ongoing learning and development engagement and recognition are key pillars in our culture and values.
- Work-Life Balance: We are well equipped to support a hybrid approach to the future of work. We understand that work-life balance is important and accommodates flexibility for team members wherever possible. Flexible family-friendly working arrangements just ask us!
- Health and Wellbeing: We promote health and wellbeing for our people just like we would for the communities we serve.
- Professional Development with access to modern digital eLearning youll have flexibility of course timing with access to shorter more customized content. Accompanied by face-to-face training your continual professional development is always at the top of our priority list.
- Salary Packaging up to $15900/annum (including option to uptake meal & entertainment card an additional $2650) plus options for novated leasing
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Access to Rewards and Discounts via Maxxia Rewards Program
- Monthly staff recognition through our Excellence Award Incentive Program for outstanding service
The fine print
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check hold a valid WWCC and NDIS Worker Screening Check and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide a valid medical exemption
- Full drivers license and travel between sites is preferred
- Current Certificate for First Aid (HLTAID003) & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (HLTAID001)
- Certificate III or IV Disability Services or other equivalent qualifications
- Food Safety and Handling Certificate
- Manual Handling Infection Control
- Ability to actively support people with a disability in daily living and personal care skills
- Must be able to work shifts that will involve mornings evenings sleepovers and weekends
Applications for this role will be rolling and the ad may close earlier if a number of suitable candidates are identified. So dont delay submitting your application!
To view a copy of the Position Description please click here
Applicants must provide their resume as well as providing a brief statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description
If you have any further questions please contact Kimberlee Lindsay Unit Supervisor via email on
DPV Health is committed to Equal Opportunity ethical practice and the principles of cultural diversity and social inclusion.
Were proud to be Circle Back Initiative Employer and we commit to responding to every applicant. While were reviewing your application get to know us by visiting our website and on social media to #DiscoverDPVHealth.
Employment Type
Gig
