Carer Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Mackay, Queensland, Australia Wellways Australia Limited Full time

About Wellways Australia Limited

We connect people, strengthen families, and transform communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing.

As a leading for-purpose mental health and disability support organisation operating nationally, our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year.

Working with a diverse range of people, Wellways creates an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.

Career Opportunities

The Disability Support Worker offers carer support services and is responsible for the delivery of services purchased through the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA).

About this Opportunity

This role will suit someone who enjoys interacting and supporting participants with daily activities. You will work on the front line of our Consumer Directed Services, delivering a wide range of services to support participants with their activities of daily living. This role requires you to work closely with the person to ensure their individual needs are met.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver services purchased through the NDIA in accordance with participant goals and objectives.
  • Support participants with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and household tasks.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with participants, their families and other stakeholders.
  • Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive support to participants.

Requirements

  • Certificate III or IV in Disability, Community Services or related fields (an advantage but not mandatory) or relevant experience.
  • Rights to work in Australia.
  • Availability and willingness to use a personal smartphone (iPhone or Android).
  • A current valid Driver's License and a registered, insured vehicle.
  • Satisfactory Police Records Check [less than 12 months old] and Working with Children Check.
  • NDIS Workers Screening Check and NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.

What We Offer

  • A purpose-driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued.
  • An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment.
  • Salary packaging enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing.
  • Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging.
  • Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment.
  • Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program.

How to Apply

This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites.

Please select 'Apply' below to complete your application.



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