Disability Support Worker Wollongong

3 weeks ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time
About Us

Drake Medox continues to be one of Australia's most recognised and esteemed providers of complex homecare services. Our team of registered nurses and support workers provides quality homecare support to families and individuals who require all levels of support at home or in the community. Our philosophy is simple; the right support makes all the difference allowing each of our clients to truly live their best life. If you'd like to join our team and make a difference in someone's life, we are currently recruiting for Disability Support Workers.

Your Benefits

We truly value each team member, and our commitment is to create a working environment where you can thrive and succeed in your role as a Disability Support Worker. We understand the importance of having great work perks available to reward and recognise our amazing care teams. We can offer you:
  • Monthly rosters
  • Paid training
  • Above award pay rates
  • Weekly pay
  • Work-life balance with flexible hours
  • Recognition program
  • Referral program
  • Regular shifts
  • Dedicated team
  • Team events
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives and more

About The Role

We have an exciting and rewarded support opportunity to share with you. Located in Wollongong you will be part of a 24/7 care team to support a non-verbal Male with an Acquired Brain Injury. You will provide full assistance with all ADL's as well as clinical support of the Ventilator, Tracheostomy & PEG. Due to the nature and complexity of the client's needs, you will need to have relevant disability experience. An extensive onboarding program will be provided with buddy shifts to help you with your transition.

Your Key Responsibilities

Our team is looking for a dedicated and passionate Disability Support Worker who can undertake the following key responsibilities:
  • Personal Cares
  • Pressure Area Care and Skin Integrity Support
  • Enteral Feeding
  • Suctioning
  • Medication Administration
  • Bowel Care Support
  • Catheter Management
  • Understanding & Management of Dysphagia
  • Non-Invasive Ventilation Management
  • Meal Preparation, Feeding Assistance and Management at Mealtimes
  • Supporting in Pain Management
  • Manual Handling Including Repositioning & Transfers
  • General Household Tasks
  • Community Participation

About You

To join the team, we are looking for the following skills and experience:
  • Certificate III in Individual Support or above (Relevant care certificates may also be considered)
  • Specific Disability / Complex Care Experience (Minimum 2 years experience)
  • Manual Handling Certificate and experience (Essential)
  • Medication Administration Certificate
  • Current First aid and CPR
  • Yellow Card/NDIS Worker's Screening Check
  • NDIS Orientation Module
  • Working with Children Check

We are also looking for someone with great communication skills, who works well in a team, has a caring and supportive nature, and is client-focused.

Start your application

If you are ready for a new and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply by clicking the "Apply Now" button. We look forward to hearing from you.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Drake, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity. While our journey is ongoing, our shared goal is to create an environment where every individual is respected and valued. We are a community that recognises the strength of diversity.

Right to Work

The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.
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