
Support Worker
2 weeks ago
**About the Role**:
We are currently seeking an experienced Disability Support Workers for our SIL accommodation in Sunshine, Melbourne.
Your role will involve providing in-home supports to our participant and assistance with personal care, meals preparation, medication management, community access, transportation, and companionship.
**This role is perfect for someone who is a**:
- Fast learner, works under limited supervision, passionate about the work they do and has ability to demonstrate person-centred and positive approach towards supporting and empowering our participants.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, comfort meeting and engaging new people
- Are looking for a consistent and stable routine where you work at least 20 hours each week
- Are looking to commit to at least 12 months in the role so as to ensure a stable and consistent service for your clients
- Need to use personal mobile phone for shift information, shift logins and information management.
**Ongoing shifts, 24/7 Roster.**
- Morning: 6am - 2pm
- Afternoon: 12pm - 8pm
- Sleepover/Active nights: 6pm - 6am
**Duties in this role include**:
- Providing in-home assistance and supports to participants.
- Assisting with Manual Handling (Prior Experience Essential).
- Assisting with skin checks and integrity testing requirements (Prior Experience Essential).
- Assisting with Complex bowel care needs (Prior Experience Essential).
- Assisting with Diabetes Management requirements and administration(Prior Experience Essential).
- Assisting with Catheter care and management(Prior Experience Essential).
- Assisting with personal care tasks such as showering, toileting, dressing, grooming.
- Assisting with medication administration.
- Assisting with meal preparation, feeding as required.
- Assisting clients with challenging behaviours.
- Supporting participants in developing essential life skills and achieving their goals.
- Assisting with transports for appointments and shopping.
- Promoting community engagement and social inclusion.
- Documenting participant progress notes and records.
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- Adhering to the participants care plan and NDIS frameworks.
- Understanding participant NDIS Plans, goals, and Care Plans, to ensure shift tasks are met.
- Relaying crucial updates and alerts to the Allocations Team.
- Supporting an inclusive participant-centric culture and proactive approach.
- Contributing to the process of documentation and continuous improvement activities.
- Providing information to and participating in different care teams as appropriate.
- Assisting with domestic tasks such general cleaning and laundry.
**To be successful in this role you’ll need**:
- Valid Right to Work in Australia
- Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
- Minimum 1 year experience as a Disability Support Worker
- Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Personal Care or above
- Prior Experience in Complex Bowel Care Management, Catheter Management, Diabetes Management and Manual Handling (Any Certification will be beneficial).
- Experience working in SIL house.
- Experience assisting complex clients with behavioural issues.
- Cert IV in Mental Health (preferred)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
- First Aid Certificate HLTAID011 or HLTAID012 (required)
- CPR Certificate HLTAID009 (required)
- Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle (required)
- Comprehensive car insurance (required)
- Infection and Medication Management Training and Certification (required).
- Evidence of Covid vaccinations
- Willing to complete the compliance requirements and certifications once successful
**About Us**
At Cosy Home Care, we are committed to providing high-quality, individualised disability care services. The satisfaction and delight expressed by our participants and their families speak volumes of our high service quality and responsiveness. We dedicate ourselves to high quality and continuous improvement. Ensuring safety and quality is our core consideration. We follow global best practices and adopt robust safeguard policies.
**We want to hear from you**
**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $33.00 - $74.00 per hour
**Benefits**:
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Rotating roster
- Weekend availability
Supplementary Pay:
- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates
Application Question(s):
- Do you have prior experience in Complex Bowel Care Management?
- Do you have prior experience in Manual Handling and Catheter Care and Management?
- Do you have prior experience in Diabates Management?
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)
Work Location: In person
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