Disability Support Worker

WHY WORK FOR ABILITYLIVING-MYWAY:

• We invest in our staff providing training and ongoing professional development including comprehensive induction buddy shifts online learning and inhouse training.
• Supportive team environment with quality after-hours support.
• Recognition and Rewards Program for quality work worker of the month your birthday and employment anniversaries.
• Paid travel time between participants and kilometres travelled.
• Increase your take home pay with Salary Sacrifice tax benefits up to $15900 additional $2650 meal & entertainment.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to you and your direct family.
• Employment Referral Program.

THE ROLE:

Job Title:Disability Support Worker

Contract Type:Casual or Permanent may be considered

Shift Availability:Weekdays mornings afternoons weeknights and weekends.

Minimum shift engagement is 2 hours which may involve supporting participants across multiple locations.

Location:Multiple locations in the surrounding areas of Newcastle and Lake Macquarie.

Remuneration:Paid under the Social Community Home Care and Disability Services Award (Home Care Employees) including penalty rates.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide personal support to individuals with disabilities tasks could include:

• Assistance with daily living tasks.
• Personal care and hygiene.
• Bowel care.
• Urinary and catheter care.
• Manual handling transfers hoisting.
• Assistance with medication.
• Community access and social participation.
• Assist with home exercise program.
• Domestic assistance meal preparation.
• Implement individualized support plans and goals in collaboration with the individual and their support team.
• Maintain accurate records of support provided and report any concerns or incidents to the appropriate supervisor.
• Foster positive relationships with individuals their families and other stakeholders.

ABOUT YOU:

• Experience in a similar role is preferred but not required as training will be provided.
• Passionate about providing quality person centred support.
• Motivated with a great work ethic.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with individuals with disabilities.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor with a genuine desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team with a flexible and adaptable approach.
• Capability to access web-based App for roster and communications.

Additional criteria:

• Hold a current drivers licence and reliable transport for travel between participants.
• NDIS Worker Check (NDISWC).
• National Police Check.
• Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• NDIS Orientation Module.
• First Aid Certificate.

ABOUT US:

AbilityLiving-MyWay Ltd. was founded by an NDIS Participant focusing on providing person-centred high quality care with choice and control. We are a charity not-for-profit organisation providing in home and community support to participants to assist with living an independent life. Your Lifestyle Your Choice.

APPLY TODAY:

If you are passionate about empowering individuals and making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities we would love to hear from you!

Please submit a cover letter and resume

If you would like further information or phone .

At AbilityLiving-MyWaywe embrace Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and promote diversity. We encourage people of all ages and abilities including those with lived experience or knowledge of disability to consider a career with us including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.