Disability Support Practitioner
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Job Summary
Location
Terrey Hills NSW AustraliaRole Purpose
The Disability Support Worker role at CPA exists to provide high-quality person-centered support to people with disabilities.
You will play a vital role in empowering clients to live as independently as possible by helping them to achieve their goals and supporting their day-to-day wellbeing dignity and quality of life.
About the Clients
CPA are seekinga Disability Support Workerto support clients at a SIL home in Terrey Hills .
Role Overview
Your role is focused on providing support to clients in a domestic setting (in the home).
You will make a meaningful difference through supporting clients with daily living needs such as cooking and mealtimes and helping with cleaning & general household tasks.
You will also provide personal care to clients in a respectful and dignified manner administer medication and support clients to move around the house through manual handling and the use of specialised equipment such as hoists.
Youll also be asked to document and monitor client wellbeing and collaborate effectively with other CPA staff to maintain a supportive team environment
What Success Looks Like
- Clients feel safe respected and empowered
- Care is delivered consistently in a person-centred way
- Documentation is accurate and completed on time
- You contribute positively to team culture
- You demonstrate CPAs values: Passionate Respectful Ethical Curious and Courageous
Essential Criteria
- Commitment to person-centred care
- Current NSW Drivers Licence (minimum P2)
- Ability to meet the inherent physical requirements of the role
- Willingness to work a rotating roster
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working With Children Check
- First Aid & CPR
Where required CPA will support or reimburse relevant compliance certifications.
Why Cerebral Palsy Alliance
CPA is one of Australias leading disability service providers. We are an alliance of great minds united by a shared purpose - to create a world of opportunity for people with disability.
We are committed to safety inclusion and upholding the rights and dignity of every individual we support.
Benefits
- Attractive hourly rate from$34.59 Super Penalty Rates
- Salary packaging options
- $100 annual Wellbeing Allowance
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport (for you and your family)
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Training Development & Progression Opportunities
CPA is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 90213).
We offer fully funded nationally recognised qualifications including:
- CHC33021 - Certificate III in Individual Support
- Ongoing specialist training and skill development
CPA also encourages internal progression and is committed to providing opportunities for growth to our people. This can include progression intoDisability Support Practitioner Level 4 (DSP4)roles as well as pathways to leadership and management positions.
80% of CPAs House Managers all started as DSWshighlighting our commitment to growth & development.
Recruitment Process
- Online application
- Optional chat interview powered by
- Interview
- Compliance & background checks
- Offer and onboarding
We have assessed this role type as requiring a high level of physical functionality with some inherent requirements. For more information on what that may mean for this role please clickhere.
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds advocates for and protects therights wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are achild safeorganisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.
About Company
CPA is a ground-breaking, global centre of expertise for CP services and support, research, technology and innovation, and advocacy.or CP services and support, research, technology and innovation, and advocacy.
