Disability Support Worker

**Disability Support Worker (Part Time)**

Disability Options Australia

Disability Options Australia is a provider of quality human services in NSW. Our values embrace cultural respect, social justice, partnerships and optimising outcomes for people with disability and their families. As an organisation we are committed to participant safety and a strength based and person-centred practices. We aim to make a long-term difference in the lives of our participants and their families and carers.

This role will require working in a diverse range of settings including but not limited to, a person’s home or place of residence, other services, community groups and other community settings.

The Disability Support Worker will provide individual support to people with disability including personal care, social & community support and more, using a flexible, responsive, and individualised approach to assist participants to meet their individual needs, wants and goals.

**SELECTION CRITERIA**
- Qualifications_
- Minimum Certificate III in Disability Services or equivalent industry experience.
- Previous employment experience in the disability/community services sector is highly desirable.
- Experience, Skills and Knowledge_
- Experience in working with people with physical and intellectual disability, including psycho-social disabilities, and providing quality services that assist individuals to maintain their independence and participate in their community.
- Ability to respond professionally and effectively to competing priorities, use initiative and work independently and in a team environment.
- Good verbal and written communication skills including the demonstrated ability to work independently and report accurately to supervisor.
- Good interpersonal skills including the ability to work and communicate effectively with participants, their families and community agencies.
- Proficiency in the use of computer software such as Word and Excel, Adobe
- Have cultural awareness & commitment to work respectfully with Indigenous and Culturally & Linguistically Diverse people (including staff, staff & their families) and other communities of interest.
- Willingness to participate in supervision, reflect on practices, review performance and adhere to work plans and reasonable workplace directives.
- Ability to display discretion and sound judgement, with confidential and sensitive information.
- A commitment to non-discriminatory work practices, WHS and access and equity principles.
- Licenses, Certificates and Professional Registrations_
- Current NSW Working with Children Check
- National Police Criminal History Report with an acceptable outcome.
- First Aid Certificate (preferred)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Covid-19 Vaccinated
- NSW Drivers Licence (p's or above)
- Relevant Qualifications

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $31.00 - $38.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Shift work

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees must follow our Pandemic management and response policy and procedures which include wearing of mask, social distancing, infection control, hand washing techniques, sanatizing and cleaning of surfaces and vaccination records.

**Experience**:

- Disability Support: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Covid-19 Vaccination (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- National Police Certificate (required)
- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (required)