Disability Support Worker- 50 Hours

2 weeks ago

Newcastle, Australia Samaritans Full time

**About the Role**
We are currently looking for an energetic and experienced Disability Support Worker to join our **individual and outreach programs & SIL** across Newcastle and Lake Macquarie.
This rewarding position within a positive, strengths based and person-centered service will see you support individuals living with a disability to reach their potential and achieve their goals.
We have 1x 50hour roster located across Maryville/Hamilton SILs
We have multiple casual vacancies across Newcastle
**About Us**
For over 30 years Samaritans has been providing unconditional support to many different groups of people. Samaritans core values of compassion, integrity and justice continue to be central to everything we do.
Our vision is to build communities where there is care for the vulnerable and where each individual has the opportunity to contribute and participate fully in community life.
**About You**
We are looking for genuine, proactive Disability Support Workers experienced in supporting people in a range of ways dependent upon the needs of each individual. This may include household activities, medical and health needs, attending community events/activities, personal care, meal management, transport, communication, and managing emotions and behaviors.
Successful applicants will:

- demonstrate initiative and be able to set priorities;
- work collaboratively and achieve individual and team goals and targets;
- understand the principles of person centred support;
- build and develop positive relationships with clients, stakeholders, and fellow staff members.

**Position Requirements**
- Certificate III in Disability or Home and Community Services or equivalent experience;
- Previous experience in, or demonstrated commitment to, actively supporting people with a disability;
- A strong understanding of the issues involved in working with people with a disability (intellectual, physical or multiple) and a commitment to social justice;
- Competence in developing and/or working within the framework of Individual Plans;
- Completion of a pre-employment medical, NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check, First Aid certificate and valid driver’s licence.

**Joining Samaritans**
Our team are the heart of what we do here at Samaritans. As part of the Samaritans team, you will have access to the following great benefits:

- Parental Leave (14 weeks + Super Contributions)
- Access to Fitness Passport gym membership
- Salary Packaging Options
- Career and development opportunities
- Payroll giving programs
- The opportunity to work within an innovative, collaborative team environment;
- Progressive organisation with a focus on advocacy and social justice.
- You must have the right to live and work in Australia._
**_Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people._**

**Job Type**: Part-time

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