Disability Support Worker

1 month ago

North Melbourne, Australia Action on Disability within Ethnic Communities Inc (ADEC) Full time

The role of the Support Worker is to undertake a range of personal care & hygiene such as cleaning and maintaining living spaces, preparing and serving meals, assisting with laundry and ironing. This role involves providing guidance to junior staff or new employees and monitoring the quality of work performed by others as well as reporting any issues or concerns to higher-level supervisors.

The Disability Support Worker conduct regular checks to ensure tasks are completed to a high standard, address any deficiencies or areas for improvement and maintain records of work performed and any issues encountered.

ADEC is looking for Disability Support Worker required for the current languages**:Italian & Greek across the following locations**:

- Lalor VIC 3075
- Keilor East VIC 3033
- Reservoir VIC 3073
- Coburg VIC 3058
- Preston VIC 3072
- Northcote VIC 3070

**OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL**
- **Certificate III in Individual Support **and experience ideally in the home care environment
- **Current Level 2 First Aid and CPR Certificate.**:

- **Hold a valid and current licence to drive a motor vehicle**, issued by the appropriate authority in the jurisdiction in which the holder will drive, and an insured vehicle to be drive.
- **Ability to work without direct supervision**, within guidelines and procedures.
- Excellent **time management** and task planning skills.
- **Previous experience** of working with carers from ethnic communities.
- Second language**:Italian or Greek**

**“It is mandatory to be fully vaccinated for this position and proof of vaccination will be required”.**

AWARD AND CLASSIFICATION:
All ADEC employees are employed under the terms, conditions and entitlements of the Modern Award - Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (the Award); and the National Employment Standards (NES). The classification for this position is Level 2.1

**ABOUT ADEC**
- We have a supportive management team that encourages staff ideas and feedback
- Build mutual trust through respect, openness, and transparency.
- Work collaboratively on shared responsibilities.
- Internal training, learning & development opportunities.
- Diverse and inclusive office culture with flexible work arrangements.
- Salary Packaging and Super.
- Not for profit, values-based organisation.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Assistance with community access and recreational activities
- Personal care (showering, toileting, and hygiene assistance)
- Manual handling and the use of wheelchairs & hoists
- Transportation and social engagement
- Light domestic duties such as meal preparation and cleaning
- Behavioural and Mental Health Support

**ARE YOU READY TO APPLY?**
- **Please submit a current resume and cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the above-specified requirements.**_

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS**
- Must have clear National Police Check
- Must have valid Working With Children Check
- Must hold a current Victorian Driver’s License
- Must have evidence of right to work in Australia.

ADEC is an inclusive employer and values the contribution of people with disabilities to our workplace.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $33.96 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 25 per week

**Education**:

- Graduate Certificate / Graduate Diploma (required)

**Experience**:

- Disability Support Worker: 1 year (required)

**Language**:

- Italian, Greek (required)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
- National Police Certificate (required)
- Driver Licence (required)
- Certificate III in Individual Support (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 16/12/2024

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