Disability Support Worker

**Join Our Team as a Disability Support Worker in PRETTY BEACH**

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.

**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 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.

To be successful in this role it is highly important that the participants christian beliefs and spiritual practices are respected.

We require team members who are able to work regular 6 hour shifts starting at 9am or 10 am pending the days activities with shifts being available 7 days per week. Pending the participants support needs staff will need to be available on an as needed basis for evening + Inactive sleep over shift.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Perform household tasks for participants with disabilities including grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, and transportation.
- Communicate with participant to develop strategies for tasks and schedules that meet their needs
- 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 highly desirable
- Minimum 12 months of paid experience in a similar role.
- Experience working with chronic pain conditions, 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 Type**: Casual

Pay: $41.70 - $80.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 - 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 (preferred)

**Experience**:

- support work: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

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

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 25/10/2024