Personal Assistant

1 week ago

City of Greater Geelong, Australia DSNWK Full time
Personal Assistant / Paraprofessional (Hays/Victoria)

Teach skills and provide support to individuals served in their home and in the community. The treatment of individuals served with dignity and respect is a prime responsibility.$29,120 - $37,378 Approximate annual full-time income at 40 hrs/wk.

Essential Functions

  1. Follow all Teaching Plans, Behavior Management Plans and Service Agreement recommendations as defined by the Life Planning Team and record data in Therap or otherwise as required.
  2. Become familiar with and implement the service agreement and risk management plans for each individual served.
  3. Practice, monitor and ensure quality teaching of skills to persons served to include but not be limited to recognizing opportunities to teach, providing rationales, offering positive reinforcement and encouraging decision making skills by each individual.
  4. Provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) to include support and supervision during meal times and transportation etc.
  5. Attend initial and ongoing training in a timely manner to meet the needs of individuals served and meetings as requested by the supervisor.
  6. Report health, safety, licensing and abuse/neglect/exploitation (ANE) issues to appropriate personnel per agency policy.
  7. Serve as a member of the life plan team by attending and/or providing input into the life planning process.
  8. As necessary, implement crisis intervention strategies including physical restraint, lifting and transferring of persons served, according to agency policy.
  9. Promote community inclusion for desired functions and activities of individuals served.
  10. Represent agency with professionalism and individuals served in an advocacy role at all times.
  11. Ensure individuals served are treated in a dignified, respectful manner and their appropriate preferences and choices are part of their everyday life.
  12. Complete all required documentation in a timely manner.
  13. Provide transportation of individuals served in agency vehicles as needed.
  14. Report any property and vehicle maintenance issues to the supervisor and appropriate DSNWK personnel as per policy.
  15. Enhance or teach independent living skills to individuals served as documented in the individuals' Life Plan and as other opportunities arise.
  16. Perform general cleaning and upkeep of the residence and vehicle assigned to the residence.
  17. Familiarize self with the rights of individuals served and ensure these rights are maintained at all times through appropriate verbal and physical interactions.

Education - High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience - Prior personal or job related exposure to people with developmental disabilities is preferred.

Extent of physical effort required - Routine job requirements. Moderate frequency of physical intervention (i.e. assisted or unassisted lifting and transferring; physical restraint). Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.

Comments - Physical requirements - must be physically able to evacuate individuals served in the event of an emergency and be able to apply necessary behavior management techniques as directed by each individual's Life Plan. Position may have other physical requirements for specific work sites, i.e. climbing stairs, extended periods of standing, etc.

Other Requirements

  1. Valid driver's license.
  2. Desire to work with individuals with developmental disabilities.
  3. Able to exercise good judgment and discretion in handling confidential information.
  4. Must complete shadow training upon employment.
#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • High Salary Personal Assistant

    4 days ago

    City of Greater Geelong, Australia DSNWK Full time

    Personal Assistant / Paraprofessional (Hays/Victoria)Teach skills and provide support to individuals served in their home and in the community. The treatment of individuals served with dignity and respect is a prime responsibility.$29,120 - $37,378 Approximate annual full-time income at 40 hrs/wk.Essential Functions1. Follow all Teaching Plans, Behavior...

  • Personal Assistant

    2 days ago

    City Of Joondalup, Australia RAC WA Full time

    OverviewAs a Personal Assistant, you will provide high-level administrative and organisational support to the General Manager and Senior Managers of Sales & Member Service. You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of their day-to-day operations, while also contributing to projects that enhance the experience of our Sales & Member Service...

  • Personal Assistant

    7 days ago

    City of Joondalup, Australia RAC WA Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

    As a Personal Assistant, you will provide high-level administrative and organisational support to the General Manager and Senior Managers of Sales & Member Service. You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of their day-to-day operations, while also contributing to projects that enhance the experience of our Sales & Member Service employees and...

  • Personal Assistant

    6 days ago

    City Of Swan, Australia St John of God Health Care Full time

    OverviewJoin to apply for the Personal Assistant role at St John of God Health Care.St John of God Midland Hospital are looking for an experienced and highly organised Personal Assistant or Secretary who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings a polished, proactive approach to their work. A core part of this role is providing expert minute-taking...

  • Personal Care Assistant

    3 days ago

    Geelong, Victoria, Australia Caring Hands Healthcare Full time

    We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to provide support and assistance to individuals who require assistance with their daily living activities. The PCA will be responsible for providing personal care, emotional support, and companionship to clients while ensuring their safety and well-being.**Responsibilities**:- Assist...

  • Personal Care Assistant

    1 week ago

    City Of Wanneroo, Australia beBeeCaregiver Full time $60,000 - $80,000

    Personal care is at the forefront of this role, where you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others. As a Personal Nursing Assistant, you will be responsible for providing exceptional support to residents in need of assistance with daily living activities, mobility, and hygiene.About the PositionWe offer various shifts to...

  • Personal Support Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    City of Rockingham, Australia beBeeCare Full time $3,571 - $18,550

    Home Support Assistant RoleThis position involves providing daily living support to elderly clients in their own homes, enabling them to maintain their independence and quality of life.The role requires a caring and patient individual who can provide personal care, assistance with domestic duties, and companionship to clients. This is an excellent...

  • Personal Care Assistant

    5 days ago

    Geelong, Victoria, Australia beBeeCare Full time $70,000 - $88,000

    Job OpportunityWe are seeking a reliable and caring individual to support our clients in living independently at home.This role involves providing personal care, domestic assistance, assisted shopping, and meal preparation to enable clients to live comfortably and safely in their own homes.The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills,...

  • Personal Care Assistant

    3 days ago

    Geelong, Australia mecwacare Full time

    Part-Time Position - Hamlyn Heights Location - Salary Packaging Options - increase your take home pay! **PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT** - **Part-Time Positions**: - **Hamlyn Heights Location**: - **Salary** **Packaging Options - increase your take home pay!** As a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) you will provide an excellent care to our residents at mecwacare...

  • Personal Care Assistant

    4 days ago

    Geelong, Victoria, Australia My Holistic Care Full time

    My Holistic Care is an NDIS and Aged Care Service provider seeking the best professional Caregivers to become part of our team. My Holistic Care Caregivers are trained to be the best in the industry to assist clients of all ages. You will work one-on-one with a client, enhancing his or her quality of life. More than simply assisting with personal care,...