Disability Support Worker

6 days ago

Moonah, Australia More Opportunities Full time

This is an exciting opportunity for passionate Support Workers with relevant experience to join a dynamic environment and support staff. As a Support Worker, you will provide assertive outreach support to NDIS Participants with a range of disabilities such as anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder. This includes intensive, flexible, responsive, client-focused support with the aim of assisting clients to successfully improve physical and mental health develop connections with the community, and achieve their goals. Support Workers will participate in a 24/7 roster. Workers will assist participants in their needs of daily living including personal care, domestic assistance, social support, transport, etc.

**Skills and experience**:

- Experience working with participants who has Emotional Dysregulation, Cultural Sensitivity
- Must be able to build rapport quickly and demonstrate empathy and understanding of issues relating to people with disabilities; and who may be at-risk and have high support needs.
- Extensive experience and/or qualifications relevant to working with people with disabilities and knowledge of working in residential settings.
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
- A positive approach to the rights of people with disabilities and an understanding of how the NDIS works.
- Strong communication skills and a clear understanding of support responsibilities particularly regarding professional boundaries
- Willingness to assist with personal care
- Current Manual Handling and Medication Administration certificates

**you must have at minimum**:

- Must hold a relevant Cert IV, Diploma, or Tertiary qualification (or its equivalent) / including demonstrated knowledge or experience in working with NDIS participants with complex needs.
- Must hold a WWVP card or willingness to obtain.
- Driving License (minimum P2)
- Must have a current First Aid certificate and medication administration certificate / or willingness to acquire it.
- Must have a manual handling certificate.
- Must have qualifications related to epilepsy or sufficient experience to handle epilepsy.
- Must be willing to attend periodical training and uphold registrations and qualifications.
- Must have completed NDIS Worker Orientation.
- Must agree and sign a confidentiality form to protect organisational and participants’ information at all times.
- **What we offer**:

- Excellent/ competitive pay rate
- Ongoing training and development opportunities,
- Supportive and friendly working environment,
- Diverse and inclusive organisation
- Flexible working hours - weekdays, weekend, nights, Public Holidays.

Successful applicants will be required to consent to reference checks and a criminal record check.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term, Casual

Pay: $34.00 - $44.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

- Ability to do Sleep over shifts/3-4 shifts a week

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check (preferred)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (preferred)
- National Police Certificate (preferred)
- Driver Licence (preferred)
- Assist client with medication (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

  • Disability Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Moonah, Australia More Opportunities Full time

    This is an exciting opportunity for passionate Support Workers with relevant experience to join a dynamic environment and support staff. As a Support Worker, you will provide assertive outreach support to NDIS Participants with a range of disabilities such as anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder. This includes intensive, flexible,...

  • Support Worker Team Leader

    2 weeks ago

    Moonah, Tasmania, Australia The District Nurses Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Are you a leader with exceptional communication skills?  Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, leading and supporting a large remote workforce?Reporting to the Support Worker Manager, the Support Worker Team Leaderworks in a small team providing leadership, guidance and coordination to a team of 150+ Support Workers across a state-wide/regional...

  • Client Services Support Officer

    5 days ago

    Moonah, Tasmania, Australia Community Based Support Ltd Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    Community Based Support (CBS) is a not-for-profit Tasmanian organisation delivering aged care and disability services. We enable people to live safely in their homes and enjoy access to the community as they wish. Our work ensures quality of life is enhanced by providing a range of support services that are tailored to meet individual needs and goals to...

  • Disability Trainer and Assessor

    2 weeks ago

    Moonah, Tasmania, Australia Foresite Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    Foresite Group is a leading provider of vocational education and training with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, industry-aligned programs.We are seeking an enthusiastic Trainer and Assessor to deliver the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability). You will inspire and support learners to build the practical skills and...

  • Advice and Referral Line Worker

    6 days ago

    Moonah, Australia Baptcare Full time

    Strong Families, Safe Kids Advice and Referral Line Worker Full-time - Permanent New Town, TAS Competitive salary and benefits Career development opportunities A supportive team environment About Us At Baptcare, we care. Our Mission and Vision are lived through our WE CARE Values: for our residents, customers, clients, partners, and supporters; with the very...

  • Advice and Referral Line Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Moonah, Australia Baptcare Full time

    Full Time Moonah Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those in need? Baptcare, a leading provider of aged care, family and community services, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our Community Services team as a Full-Time Advice and Referral Line Worker based in Moonah. In this rewarding role, you will be the...

  • Engagement Team

    4 days ago

    Moonah, Australia More Opportunities Full time

    We have an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to join one of the fastest growing independent NDIS providers on a full-time office based Mon to Fri, 9 am to 5pm. **Overview**: The Engagement Team Leader will oversee and drive key functions within our NDIS organisation, including managing service agreements, overseeing care plans, leading...

  • Team Leader SIL

    1 week ago

    Moonah, Tasmania, Australia More Opportunities Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    We have an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to join one of the fastest growing independent NDIS providers.The successful applicant will preferably have relevant qualifications and/or experience in case management and be familiar with NDIS. This position is full-time.As team leader your responsibilities are to:Coordinate, plan and execute...

  • Trainer and Assessor

    2 weeks ago

    Moonah, Tasmania, Australia Foresite Training Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    Disability Trainer and AssessorForesite GroupMoonah, Hobart TASFull timeForesite Group is a leading provider of vocational education and training with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, industry-aligned programs.We are seeking an enthusiastic Trainer and Assessor to deliver the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability). You...

  • Ndis Office Based Local Area Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Moonah, Australia Baptcare Full time

    Full-time - Max Term Contract Moonah, TAS About the Organisation Baptcare is a purpose driven organisation focused on delivering the best of care to people of all ages, cultures, beliefs and circumstances across Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia. We deliver better outcomes for more than 13,000 people in our community, combining best practice with a...