Disability Support Worker

4 months ago


Newcastle, Australia Lifestyle Solutions Full time

**Disability Support Worker - Supported Independent Living (SIL)**:

- Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, NSW, Australia, 2295- Part Time Permanent- Disability Support Worker
- SCHADS Award.
- Permanent Part time.
- Flexible Rostered Shift Times.
- Lifestyle Solutions provide innovative and flexible person-centered support for people living with a disability. Support Workers in our accommodation services assist customers to become more independent, both at home and in their community.

As a Support Worker your responsibilities will include:

- Mentoring and skill development - guiding customers to explore and develop their personal interests/hobbies
- Coaching independent living skills such as cooking, domestic and social skills
- Administering medication and adherence to individual support plans
- Completing clear, concise and factual handover notes and incident reports
- Providing personal care such as toileting, showering, feeding and dressing when required
- Helping customers engage with their local communities and culture through access to Community Participation Programs and recreational activities

Make It Matter - _What you will bring to make a difference in other’s lives_
- Be willing to be work a variety of shifts which included overnights and weekends
- Versatile communication skills including the ability to interact with both verbal and non-verbal customers
- Current Australian Driver’s License (mandatory requirement)
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or be willing to obtain)
- Current First Aid Certificate, HLTAID011
- Minimum 2 doses of Covid-19 Vaccinations
- Formal qualifications in Disability, Community Services, or similar, would be advantageous

To view the Position Description for this role please click here Role Statement - Disability Support Worker.pdf

Keep Calm and Be Happy - _How you will interact with people and other benefits_

Joining Lifestyle Solutions will give you the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of your customers. Our team is here because we care, and because of this, we have an enriching and rewarding culture within our teams. Other benefits include:

- Hourly rate based on SCHADS Award 2.1-2.2
- Team based structure and an inclusive culture
- Ongoing training & development

Respect - _Who we are and why we do it_

We’re people who care. Lifestyle Solutions provides services to people with a disability, young people and children in Out of Home Care, their families, and communities. Our customers receive services designed to meet their everyday needs and support them to achieve their goals. Our national workforce is committed to providing service that is reliable, responsive, flexible, friendly, empathetic, and caring.

We believe everyone is equal.

We stand for everyone in society having equal opportunity and equal respect. We do this by providing our customers access to quality services and dedicated people who make a real difference in their lives. We believe this is everyone’s fundamental right. You can learn more about us here.

Join Us - _Next steps_



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