Female Disability Support Worker

**DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER**

AB NURSES SUPPORT SERVICES

Melbourne, VIC

AB Nurses Support Services is seeking passionate Disability Support Workers to join the team. We are looking for competent, enthusiastic and reliable Support Workers who possess the right empathy, interpersonal skills and ethics to prioritise the care of our clients. We currently have casual opportunities available for all successful applicants.

Support Workers are directly responsible for the day-to-day support, personal care and personal development of our clients. Shifts are dependent on client needs, varying in length, location and requirements. You will be matched with clients based on your availability, experiences and client preferences. Client requirements may include:
Personal care - assistance with mobility, personal hygiene, toileting, eating and drinking, etc.

High-intensity care - behavioural difficulties, bowel care, wound care, etc.

Medication administration, supervision and/or management.

Social, recreational, community access - shopping, running errands, social activities, fitness, etc.

Transportation - to and from appointments, work, social events/activities.

Home care - general domestic tasks, maintenance, gardening, etc.

Employment assistance

Support Workers provide a range of community living services to assist people with a disability to be actively involved in their local community, be valued, respected and engaged in meaningful opportunities and relationships.

**Essential Selection Criteria (or willingness to obtain)**:
Current First Aid and CPR certificate.

Current National Police Check (no more than 6 months old).

Valid Australian Driver’s License.

A reliable vehicle with Comprehensive Car Insurance (to transport participants).

Current NDIS Worker Screening Check

The right to work in Australia.

**Benefits**:
Casual rates starting at $35.00 per hour to $70 per hour. for weekdays + penalties for nights, weekends and public holidays.

Superannuation.

Online resources to support ongoing development/refresh your knowledge.

24/7 support from managers, with an after-hours on call service - for you

A role with purpose, reward and meaning - you can see the difference that you make each day.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to join an organisation that is human rights based, values driven, offers a family friendly work environment and makes a genuine difference to the lives of people in the local community.

**Summary of role requirements**:
Working rights required for this role.

Experience is Preferable.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $36.00 - $80.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Travel reimbursement

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Mount Waverley VIC 3149: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- National Police Certificate (preferred)
- Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person