Support Worker

Mackay, Australia | Posted on 06/12/2023

Point Care offers a wide range of disability services. At Point Care it is our pleasure to see people with disability achieve their goals. If you can dream it, we can support you in achieving it.

Job Description

- Provide supportto clients in accordance with their NDIS plans
- Assist clientswith daily living activities, such as eating, dressing,bathing and grooming
- Providetransportation assistance to clients
- Provide respitecare to clients and their families
- Keep accurate andup-to-date records of clients' care plans andprogress
- Communicateeffectively with clients, their families, and other members ofthe care team
- Follow health andsafety regulations to ensure the safety and well-being ofclients
- Attend regularmeetings with clients and their families to review andadjust their NDIS plans as needed
- Providetraining and education to clients and their families onhow to navigate the NDIS system
- Participate inongoing professional development to stay current with thelatest developments and best practices in the NDIS field

Requirements

- A minimumof a high school orequivalent
- At least 1year of experience working with people withdisabilities
- Strongunderstanding of the NDIS and itsguidelines
- Strongcommunication and interpersonal skillsStrong problem-solvingand decision-making skillsExperience with CRM softwareand NDIS portalsUnderstanding of health and safetyregulationsAbility to work with a diverse client base,understanding the different support needs of clientsbased on their abilities, cultural backgrounds, andlanguage requirementsBasic care and first aidskills
- Ability towork independently and as part of ateam
- Strongorganizational and time managementskills
- Strongcomputer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Making apositive impact on people's lives: As an NDIS SupportWorker, you will have the opportunity to make a realdifference in the lives of people with disabilities byhelping them access the support and services they needto live independently and achieve theirgoals.

Professionaldevelopment opportunities: The NDIS is a rapidly evolvingfield, and as a Support Worker, you will have theopportunity to stay up to date with the latestdevelopments and best practices, and to grow yourskills and knowledge.

Working ina supportive and collaborative environment: The NDISSupport Worker role involves working closely with ateam of dedicated professionals, including casemanagers, support coordinators, and serviceproviders. This collaborative environment can foster a senseof community and camaraderie among teammembers.

Jobsecurity: The NDIS is a government-funded programand it's expected to continue growing, which canprovide a sense of job security for those working inthe field.

Competitivecompensation: NDIS Support Worker jobs often offer competitivecompensation packages, including salary, benefits, andopportunities for bonuses or performance-basedpay.

Flexibility:Many organizations offer flexible working arrangements, suchas part-time or telecommuting options, which can helpbalance work and personal commitments.

Sense ofpurpose and fulfillment: The NDIS Support Worker job can be afulfilling and rewarding career choice for those who arepassionate about helping people with disabilities and want tomake a positive impact on society.

Opportunitiesto learn and grow: In this role, you will have the opportunityto work with a diverse group of clients with differentabilities, needs and cultural backgrounds, learning from themand expanding your knowledge and understanding of differentsupport needs.

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