Disability Support Worker

**Job description**

**Position: Disability Support Worker**

Are you passionate about positively impacting the lives of individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges? Are you dedicated to providing compassionate care and support to promote their independence and well-being? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Disability Suppor Worker.

About Us:
Infinite Ability is a leading organization committed to providing exceptional care and support to individuals with disabilities and mental health conditions. We prioritise empowering our participants, fostering their personal growth, and enhancing their quality of life. We believe in an inclusive, personal-centred approach that promotes independence, dignity, and respect.

Job Responsibilities:

- Provide personal care assistance to participants, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
- Assist participants with their daily activities, such as meal preparation, medication management, and household tasks.
- Support participants in managing their mental health conditions by actively listening, offering emotional support, and encouraging healthy coping strategies.
- Foster a safe and supportive environment that promotes social interaction, community engagement, and life skills development.
- Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare professionals, case managers, and family members, to ensure holistic care delivery.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of participant progress, incidents, and any changes in their physical or mental health.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills in disability support and mental health care.

**Experience, Skills and Qualifications**
- Cert III or Cert IV In disability or equivalent Previous experience in the disability field
- Knowledge of personal care techniques, safe manual handling, and infection control protocols.
- Understanding of mental health conditions, including common symptoms and treatment approaches.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build a trusting relationship with participants, families, and colleagues.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

**Infinite Ability provides**:

- Pre-employment training
- Ongoing training and development
- A supportive and inclusive work environment
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth

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

**Salary**: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Travel reimbursement
- competitive salary

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check
- National Police Certificate
- NDIS screening check
- First Aid Certificate and CPR
- Must satisfy all visa requirements for working in Australia.
- Driver’s license
- A reliable vehicle
- Vaccination proof

Join our team today and be part of a rewarding journey in providing personalised care and support to individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges. Together, we can make a difference

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Dandenong, VIC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

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