Support Worker

14 hours ago

Onkaparinga Hills, Australia Autism SA Full time

Autism SA has a strong and rich history of being a recognised leader in providing specialised services to autistic individuals, their families, and the broader community.

When you join Autism SA you’ll get to work with dedicated and passionate staff who are driven to support autistic people to live the life they choose in an inclusive society.

Working alongside experienced colleagues from a variety of professions, you’ll have access to an extensive knowledge base and development opportunities, giving you the chance to fuel your professional growth, expand your skills, and provide the highest quality of care to clients and their families.

We are seeking dynamic, committed, and experienced team members who can deliver the highest quality, person-centred support to our clients. Above all, we seek team members who strive to develop close-knit relationships with clients and their support team, and who celebrate with them for every milestone reached, big or small.

**Due to the nature of the needs of the client, it is a requirement of the job for the worker to be MALE.**

**The client**
This program has one nonverbal 16-year-old male client, living in Onkaparinga Hills who is actively supported 24/7 with Department of Child Protection (DCP) support. He attends school M-F and enjoys engaging in indoor soccer game activities with a softball, watching movies, going to the park, and beach, and going out for a drive.

**What we offer**:

- Job Satisfaction as every day you make a genuine difference in people’s lives
- Work in collaboration with our highly skilled team with ongoing mentoring
- Access to internal training activities
- Full salary packaging benefits

**What you need to succeed**:

- Be a passionate, reliable, and dedicated support worker who is looking to grow and further develop your skills
- Strong ability to work collaboratively with others to ensure a consistent approach to enable clients to reach their goals.
- Experience in working with behaviours of concern and implementing Positive Behaviour Support strategies and plans.
- Knowledge of the autism spectrum and effective strategies for support.
- Experience working with Allied Health teams
- Experience supporting clients in their homes and the community
- Experience supporting young people to develop independent living skills
- Familiarity with Active Support principles Experience or knowledge of alternative communication methods

**Essential requirements**:

- A minimum Certificate IV in Disability or Youth Work
- DCP Psychological Assessment (successful applicants will be supported with this process)
- National Police Clearance within the last 3 months
- NDIS Worker Screening Check and DHS Working with Children Check
- All mandated doses of COVID-19 vaccinations
- Full Australian Drivers Licence
- Completion of NDIS worker orientation module
- Senior First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Child Safe Environment training
- Assist with Medication training

Autism SA is committed to improving and sustaining employment outcomes for people from diverse backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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