Disability Support Worker
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Job Summary
About the Role
We are seeking female Aboriginal Support Worker(s) to join our team and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants to live meaningful self-directed lives within their community. The preference for female workers is due to the request of culturally appropriate services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander female participants.*
This role is about more than providing support it is about building respectful relationships understanding cultural identity and supporting participants in ways that honour their values family and community connections.
You will work alongside participants to support daily living community participation wellbeing and personal goals while bringing your lived experience cultural knowledge and strengths into the role.
Who Were Looking For
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. You may have lived experience community knowledge or previous experience in support work or you may be looking to start a new pathway into the sector. We value what you bring not just whats written on paper.
You might be someone who:
- Has a strong connection to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander culture and community
- Enjoys supporting others and making a positive difference
- Communicates respectfully and builds trust easily
- Is open to learning and developing new skills
Essential Requirements:
Certificate III in disability individual support or equivalent
- NDIS Workers Screening Clearance
- Police Clearance
- C class or equivalent drivers licence and vehicle suitable for role
- Fully maintained vehicle with current insurance
- Current flu vaccination
- Current Australian worker rights
- Current first aid
What We Offer:
- We are committed to creating a workplace where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people feel respected supported and valued. We offer:
- Flexible working arrangements to support family community and cultural responsibilities
- Professional development and training including supported pathways into qualifications
- A culturally safe and supportive work environment
- Ongoing mentoring and leadership support
- The opportunity to contribute your knowledge and shape culturally responsive practice
What to do now
If this sounds like the role for you apply now.
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*For further information please see Section 50(d) and / or Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984
As an equal opportunity employerwe encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Compassionate people dedicated to care.
Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Direct Support
- Computer Operation
- Caregiving
- Case Management
- Special Needs
- Training & Development
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Word Processing
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
Aged Care leaders with 33 Aged Care Homes and two home care services across WA and NSW - specialising in Dementia, high needs care, home care and respite. Hall & Prior is a warm, welcoming, friendly and affordable family owned and operated company with over 30 years experience.
