Personal Support Worker

Direct Care Australia provides personalised community support and healthcare services in Australia. As a NDIS-registered and Aged Care-approved provider, we offer a comprehensive range of services, including in-home care, disability support, aged care, nursing, allied health services, palliative care, and respite care. Through our client-centered approach and commitment to community well-being, we strive to empower individuals and communities to lead comfortable, independent, and dignified lives.

We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Support Worker with experience in aged care, NDIS or mental health care to join our team. In this role, you'll provide person-centered care to clients in a variety of settings, supporting them to achieve their goals and enhancing their well-being.

What we are looking for:

- Provide compassionate, high-quality day-to-day support and assistance to participants.
- Work collaboratively with other support staff to maintain high standards of care.
- Implement individualised support plans tailored to participant needs.
- Assist with medication administration and daily living tasks.
- Ensure participants’ health, safety, and wellbeing at all times.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with organisational requirements.
- Build and sustain positive relationships with participants and their families.
- Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and effective interpersonal abilities.
- Show reliability, dependability, and good time management skills.
- Effectively communicate and engage with participants who have limited verbal communication or speak English as a second language.
- Prior experience supporting individuals with moderate to high challenging behaviours is beneficial but not essential.
- Exhibit a caring, compassionate, and motivated attitude with a positive outlook.

**Benefits**:

- Permanent full-time role within a supportive and reliable team environment.
- Ongoing opportunities for growth through professional development and training.
- A fulfilling career where your work has real impact and purpose.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements:

- Certificate III or IV in Disability/Individual Support/Aged Care.
- NDIS Worker Check (must be current).
- Assist with Medication Certificate (required).
- Manual Handling Certificate (required).
- Infection Control Certificate (required).
- Driver’s License (valid and unrestricted).
- Comprehensive Car Insurance (Current).
- National Criminal History Check (required within 6 months).
- Working with Children’s Check (Current).
- Valid First Aid and CPR Certificates.
- Willingness and ability to travel for work purposes, as required by the role.
- Smart phone required and comfortable using technology.
- Evidence of Covid vaccination status preferred.

Skills & Experience:

- Proven one years’ minimum experience as a Support Worker.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Driven by a deep sense of purpose to create meaningful change in people’s lives.

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

How to Apply:
Pay: $69,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person