Disability Support Worker

_**Position available until November 2024, ability to continue in role after participant relocates to Umina Beach NSW.**_

**Join Our Team as a Disability Support Worker**

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Do you thrive in a supportive and dynamic work environment? If so, Limitless Caring Services invites you to become a part of our team as a Disability Support Worker on a casual or part-time basis.

**About Us**:
At Limitless Caring Services, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to individuals with disabilities across multiple environments. Founded on principles of compassion and excellence, our team is committed to empowering our participants to live fulfilling lives.

**Participant Profile**:
We are seeking mature minded, competent and experienced support workers to assist a lady in her 60's live a full and peaceful life.

The participant lives with extreme levels of chronic pain and requires varying levels of support throughout the day including support to maintain her home to a high standard, prepare meals, odd jobs, run errands, advocacy, social and emotional support. The participant has a very good eye for detail and sets a high standard that contributes to a warm and engaging environment.

The participant appreciates meaningful conversations, a good sense of humor and support staff with a calm and confident persona.

The participant is a devout Christian lady. To be successful in this role it is highly important that the participants beliefs and practices are respected.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Perform household tasks for participants with disabilities including grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, and transportation.
- Communicate with participants to develop strategies for tasks and schedules that meet their needs.
- Provide personal care assistance where required including help with personal hygiene, dressing, and attending work or school.
- Assist participants with maintaining care routines and provide physical aid for those with impaired mobility.
- Implement Positive Behaviour Support Plans when required.
- Mentor and be a positive example to participants you support
- maintain appropriate communication with the participant, management and other stakeholders

**Qualifications**:

- Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Disability) or relevant qualification.
- Minimum 12 months of paid experience in a similar role.
- Experience working with challenging behaviors, mental health and neurodiverse support requirements highly desirable.
- Experience in SIL, private residential, and community-based support.

**Why Choose Us**:
Join a supportive team who offer growth opportunities, mentoring, and the chance to become an integral part of our company. We value compassion, empathy, positivity, teamwork, and connection.

**Additional Details**:
A reliable vehicle with full comprehensive car insurance is necessary.

A smart phone and the ability to use our client management and rostering system (training will be provided)

**How to Apply**:
Join us at Limitless Caring Services and help us empower individuals with disabilities to live life to the fullest

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

Pay: $34.00 - $44.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 - 24 per week

Application Question(s):

- Have you completed the NDIS worker orientation module?
- How many Covid 19 Vaccinations have you received?
- What suburb do you live in?
- How far are you willing to travel for work? up to 30 minutes, up to 45 minutes, up to 60 minutes?

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (required)

**Experience**:

- support work: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
- National Police Certificate (required)
- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 30/08/2024