Copy of Disability Support Worker

Baldivis - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary:

The Disability Support Worker is responsible for implementing training and support services to maximise the living employment social and recreational skills of people with disabilities. These supports should promote community inclusion independence decision-making and personal choice focusing on individual needs.

We currently have some casual positions available in the Wellard and Baldivis areas.

Responsibilities:

Providing care and support to participants in line with their personalised care plans including:

Personal tasks such as showering dressing and any other related tasks that may fit into this category
Domestic assistance such as house cleaning and tidying up outdoor cleaning and maintenance of the gardens that do not require the use of heavy equipment e.g. picking up weeds and watering plants
Social support: such as transporting participants to the community engaging in their activities and interests supporting them with planning etc.
Transport
Meal preparation including meal planning grocery shopping and cooking
Group participation
Life skills development

Selection Criteria:

Ability and willingness to behave in accordance with company Mission & Values
Minimum qualification at Certificate III level in one of the following: Mental Health Mental Health Peer Work Community Services Disability Aged Care/HACC or Allied Health Assistant (Devoted will consider students currently studying one of the above or similar qualifications).
Current First Aid Certificate CPR certificate Medication Competency NDIS Orientation Module Infection Control Certificate Manual Handling Certificate
Commitment to using a human rights-based person-centred approach in working with people with all types of disability and maximising their choice and control at all times
Sound knowledge of the NDIS and how it can assist people to achieve their goals
Demonstrated high-level interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with and relate well to people we support and their families especially those with diverse communication styles and needs
Knowledge of local community networks and a demonstrated commitment to ensuring the community has a positive image of people with disabilities and mental health issues
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others as part of a team and contribute to team goals
Demonstrated computer use competency including client information management systems email administrative and clinical documentation skills
Willingness to participate in shift work which may include various days weekends afternoons and/or evenings and public holidays
Reliable and comprehensively insured vehicle
Current Working with Children Check or be prepared to apply for one
NDIS worker screening check
Current Drivers Licence A or C-A class

To apply please submit a an up-to-date resume along with a covering letter outlining what working hours you are currently looking for (including overnights and weekends).

Questions may be emailed to

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Summary:The Disability Support Worker is responsible for implementing training and support services to maximise the living employment social and recreational skills of people with disabilities. These supports should promote community inclusion independence decision-making and personal choice focusin...