Active Support Worker

7 days ago


Shellharbour, Australia Forsight Australia Full time

_**About Forsight**_

As a for-purpose organisation providing Supported Independent Living to individuals with a range of sensory impairments and additional disabilities, our focus is to create opportunities for people to enhance their independence, inclusion, and well-being.

Currently consisting of 20 shared accommodation homes across Greater Sydney and the Illawarra, our mission is to provide high-quality care and improve the quality of life for our valued clients.
- **About the opportunity**_

As our organisation continues to flourish, and with our valued clients in mind, we are looking for enthusiastic and committed Active Support Workers who have a passion for supporting clients under an Active Support model. Our focus is to provide sensory pathways for our clients to enhance their inclusion, independence, and well-being.

We currently have a Casual, Parttime and Fulltime postion available in our Group Home located in the Shellharbour area.
- **Duties and Responsibilities**_
- Provide support to our clients using a person-centered approach under the Active Support model
- See the potential in our clients and show the initiative and sensitivity to empower them in their day-to-day living experiences
- Ensure client notes are updated and CTARS system (or other software systems) are fully utilised
- Communicate and liaise with key stakeholders such as families, guardians, and other service providers
- Work as part of a dedicated and energetic team
- Other duties as directed by the Team Leader or Home Services Manager
- Ensure all Forsight policies and procedures are adhered to

We are looking for Active Support Workers who are as focused on supporting people with disabilities to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life

You will also need the following;
- Minimum Cert III in Disability and or related discipline (currently undertaking studies or completed) OR a minimum 6 months experience in a similar field
- Ability to address triggers and redirect behaviours
- Flexible and empathetic attitude
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate (with at least 3 months until expiry)
- Current NDIS Workers Screening Check (or willing to obtain one)
- Current Working with Children Check (or willing to obtain one)
- Current valid driver's license
- Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster Vaccination
- Available for regular shifts on a 24/7 roster (including sleepover and active nights)
- **Why Choose Us?**_

As a thank you for all the hard work and dedication our team display to our clients, we are able to offer the following benefits:

- Ongoing paid training and professional development
- Reflection and Support Sessions with Managers
- Forsight Paid Scholarship Program consisting of Certificate IV in Disability and Certificate IV in leadership and Management.
- Team Building and Team Bonding Events
- Employee assistance program for all team members and their families

Our team will also be given the opportunity to work towards and achieve their set KPI’s and personal goals, complete regular Reflection and Support Meetings with their Manager, and have the opportunity to be nominated for our Quarterly Reward and Recognition Program.

If you would like to work for an organisation making a real difference in people’s lives, we would love to hear from you

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

**Salary**: From $30.46 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Shift work

Application Question(s):

- Which suburb are you located in?

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Support Worker: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Driver Licence (preferred)
- CPR Certification (preferred)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (preferred)
- Night Shift (preferred)
- Overnight Shift (preferred)

Work Location: One location



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