Male Disability Support Worker

**WHO WE ARE**

We support people with disabilities of all ages and needs in their homes and the community by providing high-quality services. Our mission is to create a world where disability is no longer an obstacle to achieving life goals and making a positive contribution to the community. If you share our passion for making a difference and empowering people with disabilities to live a more fulfilling life, we want to hear from you.

**ABOUT YOU**

Strong relationship-building skills with clients and stakeholders are essential, as is a genuine desire to provide the best quality support for people with disabilities, including those with dementia and other complex disabilities.

**Requirements**:

- Availability Monday to Sunday.
- Assisting clients with social outings, visits to local shops, and community access.
- Some personal care may be required.
- Seeking a **Male support worker** with clear English communication skills.
- Previous experience working with dementia clients and other complex disabilities.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Build rapport and collaborate effectively with staff, management, participants, and their families to achieve positive outcomes.
- Assist participants with their goals and empower them to achieve independence through skill development.
- Provide regular and professional support in line with participants' plans, needs, and desires.
- Support participants in accessing social and community activities, promoting a healthy lifestyle.
- Implement strategies to enhance participants' skills, identify areas for additional support, and explore opportunities to help them achieve their goals.

**SKILLS & EXPERIENCE**
- Minimum of **Certificate III in Individual Support** or **Certificate IV in Disability/Aged Care**, or equivalent qualification (mandatory).
- Current **First Aid Level 2 Certificate** (mandatory).
- Experience working with clients with **dementia** (preferred).
- **National Police Check** (mandatory).
- **Own vehicle** with comprehensive insurance (preferred but not essential).
- **Manual handling** experience (preferred).
- **Administration of medication** experience (preferred).
- **Current CPR** certification (annual).
- **Working with Children’s Check (WWCC)** (mandatory).
- **Current Australian Driver's License** (MUST).
- **Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate** (mandatory).
- **ABN** and **Public Liability Insurance** (preferred).

**Job Type**: Casual
**Pay**: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour

**Schedule**:

- Morning shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability

**Location: Mernda VIC 3754**

(You must be able to reliably commute or be planning to relocate before starting work)

**Licence/Certification**:

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

If you are passionate about providing high-quality support and have experience working with dementia and other complex disabilities., we would love to have you join our team

**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $35.00 - $38.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Shift work

Licence/Certification:

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

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person