Disability Support Worker

**SEEKING SUPERSTAR DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKERS**
- **Location**_**: ASHGROVE 4060

I’m hoping to connect with some superstar humans to become the final puzzle pieces in my support team :) I’m urgently seeking to recruit 2-3 new team members to fill the following roles:

- KEY DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER (HOURS NEGOTIABLE)
- JUNIOR DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER (HOURS NEGOTIABLE)
- MEAL PREP PERSON (3 HRS PER WEEK FRIDAYS ~12-3PM)
- **JOB DETAILS**_

No previous support work experience is necessary (full training provided), but common sense, awareness, empathy, great communication skills, and an understanding of chronic illness are key requirements. Please bring a joyful spirit and a sense of fun Sorry, this role is not suited to someone anxious. The position is casual, but with a regular roster - very happy to work around prac placements, holidays etc and collaborate re your preferred no. of hrs per week. Pay rate starts from $50/hr (dependent on skills & qualifications, and what day/time your shift is).
- **Junior Disability Support Worker**

You will be assisting with:

- personal care
- domestic support
- meal prep
- therapy assistance
- pet care
- admin tasks
- transport/community access (in support worker's vehicle - mileage paid)
- **Key Disability Support Worker**

As above for the junior role, with additional ad hoc admin & staff management duties (most KSW duties can be performed remotely). My unicorn KSW would be available for their preferred regular weekly shifts, with the flexibility to jump in and do additional shifts when other team members are on prac placement/away.
- **Meal Prep**

Weekly meal prep & clean-up in my home **every Friday 12-3pm**(apologies, I’m unable to change the day, but may be able to do an 11:30am start if needed). Recipes, ingredients & equipment provided. Minimum intermediate cooking skills please. You will also be assisting with other small domestic supports as required (eg bring in a load of washing, transport locally to a medical appt). Interest in doing additional (non-cooking) support shifts ad hoc is welcomed.
- **ABOUT ME**_

I’m a 44 yr old NDIS participant with neurodegenerative disabilities who requires support to live independently in my home. I have a fantastic team of existing support workers and foster a friendly workplace where you will be valued and can make a real, positive difference. I love all things feline, planty, foody, and musical I’m a kitty foster carer, so there will be kitty cuddles galore :)

The successful applicant _**must**_:
** be female**
- **be located within 15-20 min of St John’s Wood**
- have own reliable vehicle (with comprehensive insurance) & clear driver's licence
- have (or be willing to obtain - assistance provided):

- Disability Worker Screening or Blue Card or Police Check
- current senior First Aid & CPR
- ABN
- relevant insurances
- be a non-smoker
- be able to commit to a minimum 12 months
- have flexible availability - we are seeking to fill shifts across all 7 days of the week including **sleepover (mandatory),** weekday daytime, weekday evening, and weekend
- like cats (and not be allergic)
- be caring, capable, & reliable
- be adaptable, calm, & be able to self-direct

Your time is valuable and so is mine. Being keen is great, however my disabilities are complex and I have limited capacity to engage in a string of messages justifying my support needs, so I would be grateful if you could please respect that the mandatory criteria listed are non-negotiable (they relate directly to my safety and disability support needs, which cannot be compromised.) Additionally, most supports are in-home to assist with my ADLs - this position is not suited to someone who is only interested in being out and about for fun activities.

Look forward to hearing from you :)

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: From $50.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

- Do you have your own reliable vehicle in which you can safely transport the client?
- Are you willing to obtain a Disability Worker Screening clearance?
- Are you located within 20mins drive of Ashgrove 4060?
- Are you able to attend work without having any chemicals or fragrances on your person or your vehicle?

Licence/Certification:

- Driver Licence (required)
- First Aid Certification (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person