Disability Support Worker

7 months ago


Narre Warren, Australia Calming Waves Support Services Full time

**Position**: Disability Support Worker - Independent Support Worker to be engaged as a Sub-Contractor

**Location**: Southeastern Suburbs of Melbourne (Narre Warren Head Office)

**About Us**:
Calming Waves Support Services (CWSS) is a leading provider of disability support services dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. We are committed to fostering independence, personal growth, and a sense of community for our clients. We are currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Independent Support Workers to join our team on a Sub-Contractor basis.

**About You**:
You are an independent support worker with skills and experience in some or all the following areas:

- ASD
- ADHD
- Challenging behaviours
- Conflict resolution skills in young people & confidence in setting boundaries
- Personal care, high intensity care, PEG
- Child protection
- Certificate in Education Support will be highly regarded.
- Certificate in Disability, Mental Health, Community Service-related disciplines

**Responsibilities**:
As a Disability Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing day-to-day support, personal care, and personal development assistance to our clients. Your responsibilities will include:

- Assisting clients with activities of daily living (e.g., grooming, bathing, dressing).
- Supporting clients in achieving their personal development goals and fostering independence.
- Creating a safe and inclusive environment for clients.
- Monitoring and recording client progress and reporting any concerns to the supervisor.
- Maintaining open and effective communication with clients, their families, and other team members.
- Adhering to care plans and following all relevant policies and procedures.
- Ensuring the physical and emotional well-being of clients.

**Requirements**:
To be considered for an interview, you must possess the following:

- Valid Driver’s Licence and reliable transportation (with comprehensive car insurance)
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Current National Police Check (no more than 6 months old)
- Current Working with Children Check (Employee status)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (highly desirable)
- The right to work in Australia.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexibility to work within a service that provides 24/7 care, including weekends, public holidays, sleepovers, and urgent/last minute shifts and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- All CWSS support workers are independent contractors who are responsible for managing their own tax and super obligations. You will need to get an ABN if you wish to work with us.

**How to Apply**:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great addition to our team.

Please note that due to the high volume of applicants only those successful for an interview will be contacted.

Calming Waves Support Service is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

No agencies.

**Job Type**: Subcontract

**Salary**: $45.00 - $53.30 per hour

Expected hours: 5 - 40 per week

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Public holidays
- Rotating roster
- Shift work
- Weekend availability

**Experience**:

- Disability Support Work: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (preferred)
- National Police Certificate (required)
- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Narre Warren, VIC 3805 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Narre Warren, VIC 3805: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person



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