Disability Support Worker

Location: New Norfolk- Brand: Community, Residential & Pathways- Date Posted: 26 Sep 2024Disability Support Worker

Job No**:1402**

Location: New Norfolk, Kingston and surrounding areas.

Employment Status**:Casual**

Classification**:From $33.85 + 25% Casual Loading -** **Level 2 - Li-Ve Tasmania Enterprise Agreement 2020**

**Hey You**

Are you passionate about helping others in achieving their goals? Have the flexibility to work a wide variety of hours Monday to Sunday from 12am - 11:59pm? Then come join the team at genU We are looking for Disability Support Workers to join our longstanding, purpose-driven, and values-based organisation to make a real difference in people's lives in Hobart.
- The role will operate within genU’s Community Home Support Services division, which was established to facilitate innovative, client-centred programs with a focus on building skills that will assist in achieving our participant's goals
- Assist clients in undertaking a range of activities of daily living including personal and self-care, food preparation, eating, dressing and maintenance of personal hygiene, domestic duties and other tasks as directed.
- Assisting in community access through transport, shopping, and social outings.
- Undertake the support role with respect and acknowledgement of the person’s’ abilities and strengths.
- Provide clients with opportunities for personal growth and skill development in line with Support Plans and directions from the coordination team.
- Perform personal support work with professional integrity and ensure privacy and confidentiality of client information.

**About You**

Some of your main responsibilities:

- Using the principles of Person-Centred Active Support, assist clients in undertaking a range of daily living activities including personal and self-care, food preparation, eating, dressing and personal hygiene maintenance, domestic duties and other tasks as directed.
- Undertake the support role with respect and acknowledgement of the person’s’ abilities and strengths.
- Provide clients with opportunities for personal growth and skill development in line with Support Plans and directions from the coordination team
- Perform personal support work with professional integrity and ensure privacy and confidentiality of client information

**You will also meet the below essential requirements**:
A current and valid full driver’s license, comprehensive insurance and a reliable registered motor vehicle.
- Current First Aid Certificate with up-to-date CPR.
- Current Medication Administration (HLTAAP001 and HLTHPS006 or CHCSS00070)
- Current NDIS Worker Orientation Module certificate or willingness to obtain.
- Current Working with Vulnerable Persons Check with NDIS endorsement or willingness to obtain.
- Current and Valid Australian Driver's License.
- Certificate 3 or greater in Disability or equivalent.

**For You**

genU staff have access to a range of benefits, including but not limited to the following:

- Increased Hourly Rate -** 1.3% hourly rate **above Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award
- Commitment to Staff Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 access to an innovative, holistic employee assistance program that supports your emotional, mental, financial, and physical health.
- Increase your Take Home Pay: Salary package up to $15,900 per annum each FBT year plus further meals and entertainment benefits.
- Employee Discount Program: save money with employee discounts and savings at over 450 of Australia’s most loved retailers and service providers including Coles, Woolworths & JB HI-FI.
- Study Scholarship: all genU employees are eligible for a 25% scholarship towards undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University.
- Employee Referral Program: refer someone to work at genU and receive a generous cash bonus once that person completes their 6-month qualifying period.

genU welcomes diversity, including diversity of race, culture, spirituality, gender, age, identity, ability, and sexuality. We are committed to providing a welcoming, innovative, safe, empowering and respectful environment for all and living these values each and every day.