Residential Care Worker

3 months ago

Illawarra, Australia SHCS Full time

**About Us**:
Join our dedicated team at Sydney Health & Care Services (SHCS), where we provide high-quality Supported Independent Living (SIL) services to individuals with disabilities. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that empowers our clients to live as independently as possible.

**Role Overview**:
We are looking for compassionate and experienced Residential Care Workers to join our team. In this role, you will provide personalized support to a client with highly complex needs and behaviors, focusing on their safety, well-being, and fostering their independence. This position requires experience, flexibility, attention to detail, and patience, as you will be working with a client with an acquired brain injury who experiences frequent behavioral escalations and seizures.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Deliver high-quality care and support to the client in a Supported Independent Living environment.
- Assist the client with daily living activities, including personal care, bowel care, meal preparation, and household tasks.
- Implement and adhere to a care plan tailored to the client's needs and preferences.
- Support the client in managing complex behaviors, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Safely and efficiently perform manual handling tasks.
- Foster a positive and respectful relationship with the client, their family, and other stakeholders.
- Document and report on the client’s progress and any incidents as required.
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and ongoing professional development.

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, or equivalent.
- Experience working with clients with complex behaviors and needs.
- Experience working with clients with conditions such as epilepsy and ABI.
- Strong understanding of manual handling techniques.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including potential sleepover shifts.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A caring, compassionate, and patient demeanor.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
- National Police Check, NDISWC, and Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).

**Desirable**:

- Experience in a Supported Independent Living setting.
- Experience working with complex needs and behaviors.
- Additional relevant qualifications or training in disability support

**What We Offer**:

- Competitive hourly rates.
- Supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
- Employee Assistance Program.

**How to Apply**:
If you are passionate about providing high-quality support to individuals with disabilities and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability.

SHCS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $42.28 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

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

Supplementary Pay:

- Penalty rates

Application Question(s):

- Do you have any qualifications related to Disability Support and/or Healthcare?

**Experience**:

- Complex Care: 2 years (preferred)
- Brain Injury: 2 years (preferred)
- Epilepsy: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Drivers Licence (required)
- NDISWC (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

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