Disability Support Worker

3 weeks ago

Wollongong City Council, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time

Join to apply for the Disability Support Worker (Casual) role at Illawarra Mercury

Are you able to cover the Wollongong area? Do you drive your own car?

Overview

To provide professional companionship and personal care to clients based on their individual needs and an established/documented care plan. Work directly with the client, their families and friends, reporting to their Nurse Next Door Care Designer ensuring continuity of care. Support every client in promoting Happier Ageing, and provide safe client care in accordance with the Australian Aged Care Quality Standards and Nurse Next Door policies.

As a Nurse Next Door Caregiver, you are passionate about Making Lives Better and:

  • Always put clients first
  • Are warm and caring
  • Think of creative solutions and always find a better way
  • Follow through with commitments and build great relationships
  • Go above and beyond (even when no one is looking)
Responsibilities
  • Create Happier Ageing experiences and client-focused care in home and community settings
  • Deliver on our Brand Promise by owning the client's experience, ensuring that you do whatever it takes to bring peace of mind to clients and their families
  • Assist clients with activities of daily living: healthy meal preparation, personal care, light housekeeping, errands, companionship, transportation, etc.
  • Meet safety standards, using equipment safely and accurately
  • Provide premium care approach to clients and their family members
  • Respond to Care Services Center (CSC) Team regarding scheduling inquiries and updates within the agreed timelines
  • Review the care plan prior to visits, complete records accurately and complete all tasks as requested
  • Engage in open communication with your Care Designer when opportunities to elevate client care are identified
  • Update availability and leave requests with HR to ensure continuity of care for your client
  • Knowledge and understanding of basic infection control principles
Benefits
  • Free Nurse Next Door Pink Scrub top
  • Vehicle Allowance per KM for travel between clients
  • First visits: support from another team member when visiting a new client
  • Electronic care plans
  • 24-hour support
  • Ongoing training: access to online training and support from our Care Designer
  • Flexible working hours: assignments based on availability, interests, skills and preferences
  • Career development opportunities
Caregiver Requirements

We provide care 24/7, so visits may be scheduled early morning, afternoon, evening, or overnight to meet clients' needs.

  • Cert III in Aged/Disability/Community Care
  • Two positive professional references
  • National Police Check (Aged care specific)
  • Working with Children Check
  • Ability to travel independently and reliably to client visits
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Completion of eLearning
  • Disability Workers Exclusion Scheme Check (to be completed by Nurse Next Door)
Licence/Certification
  • Driver Licence (Preferred)
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check (Required)
  • Working with Children Check (Required)
  • National Police Certificate (Required)
Work Authorisation
  • Australia (Required)

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $32.73 – $58.91 per hour


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