Disability Support Worker

**1. Position Description**

**JOB Title**:Disability Support Worker

**JOB TYPE**:Casual ( Fixed shifts available)

**LOCATION: North Melbourne area**

**2. MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES**

Ø Support clients to participate in age appropriate activities and tasks including employment, in home support and community access.

Ø Support clients to access activities and outings in the community.

Ø Provide direct assistance to each client in accordance with their service plan and as directed

Ø Work in accordance with the medication administration policy, work health and safety procedures and client right's policies including privacy and confidentiality.

Ø Monitor the safety and well-being of the clients and report any concerns to the Manager.

Ø Ensure completion of appropriate documentation. Relevant information on support provided is to be recorded in client notes and communication book as required.

Ø Participate in the Lifestyle Service Planning process for individual clients and monitor outcomes.

Ø Work with clients, family/ carers, relevant case managers and other professionals to support the client's individual goals.

Ø In conjunction with other members of staff assist in developing, implementing and evaluating training and behaviour programs to attain identified individual goals.

Ø Ensure that all programming undertaken is appropriately maintained, documented and reviewed.

Ø Assume the role of key worker for designated clients, including the preparation of a monthly report on client progress.

Ø Liaise extensively with other staff to ensure the overall smooth and consistent running of the service.

Ø Report regularly to manager

Ø Actively contribute to a team environment through open communication, participation in regular staff meetings, planning processes and policy review.

Ø Provide back up and support to other staff, as necessary.

Ø Participate in Performance Development meetings to identify ongoing training and support opportunities.

Ø Notify the service if you are unable to work your rostered shifts, with as much notice as possible.

Ø Contribute to Case reviews with Employment Consultants and Facilitators.

Ø Take reasonable care for his or her own health and safety

Ø Take reasonable care that his/her acts or omissions do not adversely affect the health and safety of other persons.

Ø Report any quality and safety incident or hazards at work to their Manager or Supervisor.

Ø Carry out their roles and responsibilities as detailed in the relevant policies and processes.

Ø Proactively supporting clients’ independence and social connections while promoting positive health & wellbeing.

Ø Checking, preparing, and administering all medications in accordance with state legislation and organisational policies and procedures

Ø Providing care and support to clients in line with their personalised care plans.

Ø Work in line with the positive behaviour support plan developed for the NDIS participants by the positive behaviours support practitioner.

Ø Participate in trainings provided by the RNs and positive behaviour support practitioners,

**3. Qualifications**

Ø Current National Police Check

Ø Working with Children Check.

Ø First Aid certificate and CPR

Ø NDIS Workers Orientation

Ø 100 Points of ID

**4. Competencies and experience**

Ø Previous experience in a similar role - Minimum of 1 month relevant experience

Ø Previous experience supporting People with Disability.

Ø Demonstrated proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Ø Demonstrated ability to work with mínimal supervision, and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Ø Ability to effectively prioritise and organise own work / caseload.

Ø Demonstrated commitment to professional development, quality improvement and evidence based practice.

Ø To be trained in supporting participants with restrictive practices and participate in further trainings regarding the Positive behaviour support plans of the participants.

Ø Experience in provide High intensity supports in line with the Registered Nurse trainings.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $36.00 - $43.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Fixed shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Public holidays
- Shift work
- Weekend availability

Supplementary Pay:

- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates
- Performance bonus

**Experience**:

- Disability or Aged Care: 1 year (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person