Disability Support Worker

Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of others? **IES** are currently seeking experienced support workers to join our dedicated team.

**About Integration & Empowerment Services (IES)**

We are a not-for-profit NDIS service provider located in Ellenbrook, WA and deliver a range of holistic support services to community members living with disabilities. We offer premier in-home care, community and social supports, recovery coaching, respite assistance, facility-based and community-based social programs, and more to residents across the Perth Metro area.

At IES, we are proud to be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are valued for your individual contributions and the impact that you make in the lives of others.

Let's make an impact together

**What we offer;**
- A supportive, friendly team environment.
- Flexible work arrangements
- have the work-life balance you deserve
- Generous salary packaging options.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel, laundry and uniform allowance.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Career progression learning pathways
- A culture where being you is highly valued.

**About the role**:
In this role, you will provide one-on-one support to NDIS participants from diverse backgrounds, working together to help meet their goals and needs.

**Responsibilities**:

- Responsible for the day-to-day support and personal development of clients accessing services operated by IES including in-home care, community support and social programs.
- Perform all duties with respect to client requirements and as outlined in the client support plan and care directives.
- Adhere to set roster and travel limitations to ensure continuity and compliance with client funding allocations.
- Empower choice and control by supporting clients in being at the centre of any decision-making process and enabling them to achieve the desired outcomes of their plans, goals, and aspirations in partnership with families and carers.
- Work according to established routines, methods, procedures, allocated duties and job-specific objectives within a defined policy or support plan and legislative/regulatory framework.
- Maintain privacy and confidentiality in the workplace in accordance with company policies.
- Ensure all aspects relevant to client support, needs and activities are communicated to the appropriate personnel (i.e. management, client liaison, case managers).

**Must haves**:

- Minimum of Cert 3 in Disability, Community Services or similar
- At **least two** years’ experience working in a similar role
- Australian driver's licence and reliable vehicle
- Valid Comprehensive car insurance
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Covid-19 Infection Control Module
- Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
- Knowledge of the NDIS Code of Conduct and Quality and Safeguards
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module 'Quality Safety and You'.

**Highly desirable**
- Manual Handling
- PEG feeding Certificate
- Seizure Management Training
- Medication Competency
- Hoist Experience and/or
- 12 months working with people with complex disabilities
- Experience with Behaviour Support / Complex needs.

How to Apply?

We want to know why you want to work with us and how your experience aligns with the position requirements.

To apply, please submit your resume (including two professional referees), demonstrating your suitability for the position. We hope to commence the interview process as soon as possible and look forward to meeting you

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 38 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
- Salary packaging
- Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Public holidays
- Shift work
- Weekend availability

Supplementary Pay:

- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (required)

**Experience**:

- Support Work: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- NDIS Workers Screening Check (preferred)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module (required)
- First Aid Certification (required)
- Driver Licence and Comprehensive Car Insurance (required)

Work Location: In person