Disability Support Worker

**Join Our Team as a Disability Support Worker**

Are you ready to make a real impact in your community? Aligned Community Care is looking for passionate **Disability Support Workers,** especially from **ABORIGINAL**identified**, FIRST NATIONS, PACIFIC ISLANDER**and **TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER** backgrounds to join our dynamic team.

Locations:
**SURRY HILLS**: MENTAL HEALTH BACKGROUND REQUIRED
- 1:1 Support
- 9am - 3pm - Males only (can change)
- Up to 7 days a week
- Open to Aboriginal & Pacific Islander & Torres Strait Islanders.

**About Aligned Community Care**
At Aligned Community Care, we are committed to transforming the lives of individuals with disabilities through our comprehensive services. As a full-service NDIS Solution Provider, we specialise in **Supported Independent Living (SIL)**, **Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)**, **Community Support**, and **Community Nursing**. Our mission is to empower clients by providing personalised, high-quality care that promotes independence, dignity, and well-being. Join our passionate team and play a key role in enhancing the independence and quality of life for the people we support.

**Benefits & Perks**
- **Competitive Pay**: Earn rates up to $35 p/h
- **Casual, Flexible Hours**: Enjoy casual roles that fit seamlessly into your life, giving you the freedom to work your way
- **Endless Growth Opportunities**: Elevate your career with ongoing training and personal development. Your success is our priority
- **Be Part of a Supportive Team**: Join a compassionate and motivated team committed to transforming lives and creating positive change.

**About the role**

As a Disability Support Worker, you will:

- **Promote Independence**: Empower individuals to enhance their daily living skills, including **personal care** routines, to achieve their personal goals.
- **Connect Individuals to Community**: Facilitate meaningful connections for individuals with local community, recreational, and sporting groups that align with their interests and aspirations.
- **Assist with Essential Life Skills**: Support individuals in navigating public transport and securing meaningful job placements.
- **Collaborate for Success**: Partner with families, employers, and support services to create a holistic support system.
- **Advocate for Change**: Be a voice for individuals, helping them thrive and succeed in their communities.

**Does This Sound Like You?**

**Requirements**:

- Have at least **1 year of experience** in disability support (preferred).
- Hold a **Certificate III in Community Services, Individual Support**, or a similar qualification (preferred).
- Are knowledgeable about **trauma-informed practices** and have experience with **continence care**.
- Excel in **problem-solving** and possess outstanding **communication** and **listening skills**.
- Thrive as **team players** who can document progress effectively and celebrate successes together.

**Bonus Points If You Have**:

- Experience working with **NDIS participants**, either individually or in group settings.
- A background in supporting individuals with **mental health** and **physical challenges**.
- Experience in **disability support, aged care, youth work, nursing, teaching, or counselling.**

**Ready to Make a Difference?**

**We Value Diversity**

**How to Apply**
- Attach your resume (cover letter optional).

**Join us in building a more inclusive community and making a positive impact**

**Hourly Rate**: $32 to $35 per hour

**Job Types**: Casual

**Join Aligned and be the change you want to see**

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $31.46 - $35.01 per hour

Expected hours: 16 - 50 per week

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift

Licence/Certification:

- Own Car and Drivers License (required)
- Working with Children Check (preferred)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (preferred)
- National Police Certificate (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person