Casual Support Worker | Port Pirie

Job Category: Community Services and Development

About Us

Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.

Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day.

Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita’s offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.

Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.

Job Description

About You

Inclusion, respect, and dignity are at the heart of how you approach others. Whether you’ve worked in disability support before or are looking to start your journey, you bring a genuine desire to learn, grow, and make a positive impact. You’re dependable, empathetic, and motivated to support people in living life on their own terms.

About the Role

As aDisability Support Workerbased at Port Pirie, you’ll play a vital role inthe planning and provision of a responsive client and family-centred service, providing Hub and In-Home supports. You will empower individuals to live independently, make their own choices, and actively participate in their communities. Key responsibilities of the role include:

- Delivering tailored support to individuals with low to high-level needs, based on training and program outcomes
- Assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, medication, cooking, cleaning, appointments, and recreational outings
- Promoting community inclusion and helping clients build meaningful relationships and interests
- Encouraging positive routines and behaviours in a respectful and flexible manner.
- Monitoring and supporting individual program plans and report outcomes
- Safely assisting with mobility and physical support needs

Desired Skills and Experience

Knowledge, skills and experience

- Lived or professional experience in working with people with disability is highly regarded
- Experience in communicating effectively and establishing rapport with children, young people or adults with complex issues, their families and broader stakeholders
- Ability to relate to people from a variety of cultural, language, social and economic backgrounds
- Ability to support individuals in a manner that shows respect, increases independence, facilitates effective communication and self-respect
- A strong commitment to client wellbeing and person-centred care
- Ability to interpret and act on individual health care plans, communication needs, and mealtime guidelines
- Confidence in identifying and responding to health concerns, and accurately documenting observations
- Competence in administering prescribed medication and maintaining accurate records
- High attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping
- A positive attitude and enthusiasm for promoting Novita’s mission in the community
- A commitment to safe work practices and WHS standards

What You’ll Need Before Starting

- Certificate III in Disability, Community Services (or equivalent) is required, however, applicants who are enrolled in or are willing to work toward this qualification are encouraged to apply
- Achievement of certain certifications are mandatory requirements for this role; in applying you must be willing to undertake training in fields such as medication management, NDIS Worker Orientation Modules, CPR and others
- The successful applicant may be required to work Shift Work, (24/7 Roster), In-Home, In-Hub and in other community settings
- SA Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check will be required before commencement

We’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.

If you are willing to make a career in Disability Sector and ready to undertake Cert III or IV, with no experience, we'd love to see your application.

All Novita employees are required to undertake mandatory training relevant to their role. Support Workers are paid in accordance with the Social, Community Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (SCHADS).

At Novita, we believe in supporting both the people we serve and the professionals who serve them. As a Support Worker, you’ll step into a role that not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also supports your own growth and aspirations. What we offer:

- You’ll be joining a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning
- We provide mandatory training resulting in certification in multiple areas
- A workplace where you can bring your interests
- If you’re enrolled or enrolling in the Certificate III, an environment where you can apply your learned skills and knowledge

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

- Above award hourly rate and 12% superannuation
- Shift variation and flexibility
- Mandatory training and professional development provided
- Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits

Apply Now

For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Jayne Hargreaves on 0439 506 411.

As this position is vacant, we are looking to undertake interviews as applications are submitted. So, don’t delay if you are wanting to join our team

Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.

Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.

Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best so you can support others to achieve theirs.

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