Disability Support Worker

**9D Care** offers a range of supports and assistance to a variety of local residents, including help at home, social inclusion and community participation. We are looking for people who can provide practical and emotional help to others, calling on their own real-life experiences to build rapport and relationships. Your support will enable our clients to remain living independently and comfortably in their own homes, throughout the Melbourne Region, VIC.

**The Opportunity**: This is a casual role and will be based in **Mudgeeraba**, VIC. Are you looking for a job which provides flexibility and the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of people with disabilities?

**About You**: We require our Care Workers to be reliable, committed, and empathetic individuals to provide quality care as a Support Worker.

**We look for**: A can-do attitude and genuine interest in helping others Various hobbies - sewing, arts, gardening, cooking and scrap booking to name a few Experience in various outdoor pursuits and activities A practical understanding of hygiene assistance and commitment of care Enjoyment in social activities, and one-on-one engagement Understanding of physical limitations and a safe, sensible approach Creativity, enthusiasm, sensitivity and emotional stability Strong communication and organisational skills - able to manage your time and support clients to do the same in an everyday capacity People who have some extra time and appreciate being with others Those who have strong work ethics and enjoy being team player Commitment to providing responsive and considerate care Prioritise punctuality and reliability Prioritise individual, family and guardian needs Flexible and adaptive communication skills

**Qualifications required**:

- Certificate IV in Disability or Diploma of Community Services or equivalent.
- **Experience in working with participants having Autism and Epilepsy. (required)**
- National Driver's License with a fully insured car. (required)
- At least one year of experience supporting people with disabilities.
- All applicants must have a relevant visa or working rights in Australia.

A Care Worker role with 9D care will provide you with training and development opportunities, flexibility in working hours and access to a network of fellow carers passionate about improving quality of life. With our customer as our number one priority, we are expanding our service offering to ensure we are at the forefront in providing tailored care to an individual.

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

**Salary**: $32.00 - $36.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Referral program

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift

Application Question(s):

- Experience in Autism and Epilepsy?

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
- National Driver's License (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)