Community Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Wollongong, Australia SHCS Full time

**Location**: Wollongong and Illawarra area.

**About Us**: At Sydney Health & Care Services (SHCS), we are dedicated to providing exceptional support to individuals living with disabilities, ensuring they lead fulfilling and independent lives. Our team is committed to creating a nurturing and empowering environment, promoting personal growth and independence for all our clients. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Community Support Worker with personal care experience to join our dynamic team.

**Position Overview**: As a Community Support Worker, you will play a vital role in providing personalised support to individuals with disabilities within their homes and communities. This position requires travel to various locations to assist clients with personal care, bowel care, medication management, domestic duties, community access and achieving their NDIS goals.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide personal care assistance, including bathing, bowel care, dressing, and grooming.
- Assist with medication management and administration.
- Prepare and cook nutritious meals for clients.
- Perform domestic duties, such as cleaning, laundry, and shopping.
- Organise and accompany clients to appointments and social activities.
- Work collaboratively with clients to develop and achieve their NDIS goals.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation and records.
- Foster a positive and supportive environment that encourages clients' independence and well-being.

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- Previous experience in a similar role within the disability support or healthcare sector.
- Strong understanding of personal care practices and medication management.
- Bowel care experience and/or training highly regarded.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with clients and their families.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach, with a genuine passion for improving the lives of individuals with disabilities.
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
- Flexibility to travel to various locations and adapt to different client needs.
- Proficiency in basic computer skills and experience with client management systems.
- Current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

**Benefits**:

- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Supportive and inclusive work environment.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
- Employee Assistance Program.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $33.00 - $36.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Public holidays
- Shift work
- Weekend availability

Supplementary Pay:

- Penalty rates

Application Question(s):

- Are you available at least three days a week anytime during the following time slots: between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM in the mornings, and 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the afternoons?
- Do you have manual handling and/or bowel care training?

**Experience**:

- Personal Care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- NDISWC (preferred)
- Drivers Licence (required)
- First Aid and CPR (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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