Support Worker

4 days ago

Maitland, Australia The Mai-Wel Group Full time

**Introduction**:
About Us

At Mai-Wel Connecting people with possibilities.

We aim to make accessing support surprisingly simple. It’s about challenging stigmas and breaking down barriers. Connecting the dots and connecting people. Empowering people to hope, overcome and achieve.

Where possibilities become opportunities and lives are rich with fulfilment. We combat disadvantage with a healthy dose of support and make sure it’s all on your terms. Zero judgement and lots of listening. It’s your life and we want to help make sure you’re living it to the fullest. Ultimately, we exist to connect you with every possibility that awaits.

**Description**:
We are looking for a social fit for supports provided to participants with a disability to assist in the local community and in their own home.

The role of Disability Support Worker within the Community Living business unit will assist participants to engage in social and community hobbies and interests and make a positive difference to their lives.

A day may be spent at the beach, going to the movies, football or the local club or it may be spent gaming within a home environment.

**Skills and Experiences**:
The person will need to be flexible in their availability as weekend work may be required as well as afternoon and evening shifts.

Car and License with own vehicle and have comprehensive insurance

Ability to undertake personal care if needed

3 x COVID vaccinations

Energy and the ability to think on their feet and create a fun environment

Strong communication skills

Experience working with challenging behaviours and disability sector

Ability to follow direction and work autonomously and provide active supports

Ability to follow a Behaviour Support Plan

Current First Aid Certificate

WWCC and NDIS WC ( or willing to apply)

Why Mai-Wel?
Mai-Wel is recognized by an overwhelming majority of staff as a truly great place to work.

We offer our employees job satisfaction, training & development, flexible work arrangements and attractive salary packaging options.

How to apply

Please note that applicants must address the selection criteria to be considered for a role. Applications that do not address the criteria are unlikely to be considered.

Mai-Wel promotes accessibility for all, please advise if you require assistance.

Mai-Wel promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. Mai-Wel encourages people with disability, first nations and torres strait islander people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

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