Disability Support Worker

1 week ago


Summer Hill, Australia Revolt Care Australia Pty Ltd Full time

About us

Expanding Influences focuses on building independence and ensuring reputable and reliable support services are provided.

We work with our client's lifestyles and needs, catering to a diverse range of supports to empower everyone; clients, their families, and the community.

We have an innovative and non-judgmental approach, by having the clients lead how they best want their services delivered.

Expanding Influences seeks to provide the best possible services and support to enhance the lives of people with disabilities and their families.

Expanding Influences is committed to efficient and effective services which are individualized, responsive, and delivered within a framework of respect for human rights.

We are on the lookout for reliable and dedicated support staff to join our already inspiring team.

Main duties and responsibilities

The responsibilities of a support worker vary depending on the needs of the individual client. We are currently advertising for staff with experience in personal care and manual handling.

Responsibilities on a typical day may include, but are not limited too:
Assisting with domestic tasks such as cooking, cleaning, washing, and shopping.

Assisting with personal care tasks including hygiene, grooming, meal preparation, assistance with eating, manual handling, bowel care, medication management etc.

Assisting with life skills development including budgeting/money handling, travel training, communication etc

Assisting with accessing the community for social events, attending appointments

Supporting clients in a group setting (centre and community based)

Participating in ongoing professional training and development

Providing safe and best practice support to clients

Following legislative guidelines such as shift notes, mandatory reporting etc

Have a passion for caring for and supporting your local community and beyond.

The above list is not exhaustive and the role may change to meet the overall objectives of the company

You need to be self-motivated, caring, and compassionate towards the needs of people with disabilities, their families, and the community.

We work with our client's lifestyles and needs, catering to a diverse range of supports to empower everyone, their families, and the community.

Purpose of role

At Expanding Influences, we take pride in creating a positive work environment that allows support workers to bring out the best of their skill sets and provide the opportunity to support our clients to the best of their abilities. Our main objective is to find people who are as passionate and dedicated to supporting and empowering the lives of people with disabilities as we are.

Other duties

Fulfill other duties as required by management and other department personnel as requested/required.

Experience

Minimum 1 year of experience in disability services or relevant practical experience (e.g. manual handling, community support, transport, transferable skills, etc).

Knowledge

Basic knowledge of confidentiality laws, NDIS, NSDS, restrictive practices, anti-discrimination laws, behavior support plans, and mandatory reporting. Basic understanding of support needs for people with a variety of different care requirements.

Skills & competencies

Client service focused: committed to providing exceptional client service across all channels - written, phone, and face to face.

Communication: The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, varying communication styles depending upon the audience.

Attention to detail: excellent attention to detail and written skills when communicating with others, both internally and externally.

Teamwork: willingness to assist and support others as required and get on with team members.

Time management/organization: accomplish objectives effectively within the time frame given, and carry out administrative duties within the portfolio in an efficient and timely manner.

Personal attributes

Professional approach

Reliable

Ability to work under pressure.

Organizational and time management skills.

Excellent attention to detail.

Confident manner.

A positive approach to change.

Efficient and adaptable communication.

Approachable and friendly

Willingness to learn

Qualifications / Other

Full comprehensive car insurance

NSW driver’s license (preferred)

Working With Children’s Check (Essential)

NDISWC (Essential)

First aid and CPR Certificate (Essential)

Disability Cert III (Desired)

Job Incentives

Work life balance

Awards and bonus's

Training and Career growth and opportunities

Work with a compassionate team who understand you have your own life needs and wants.

If you believe that you fulfill some or all of the above requirements we would love to hear from you

**Job Type**: Casual

Expected hours: 4 - 40 per week

Schedule:
Shift work

Work Authorisation: Australia (required)

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $24.95 - $54.39 per hour

**Experience**:

- Disability Support Worker: 1 year (preferred)

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