Disability Support Worker

**Disability Support Worker**

You will be responsible for providing day-to-day support to children and young people with autism, as rostered and as per their individual support plans in clients’ homes, learning environments and the centre. You will take part in the development of individual support plans and to monitor, evaluate and review. Professionalism and attention to details is highly regarded for this position.

**Where You’ll Be Working**

Experienced, Skilled, Professional and Dedicated Team

i-Fit Group is a dynamic allied health organisation focused on enriching the lives of our clients. Our highly-trained, experienced and dedicated team work together to achieve a common purpose. We have a shared sense of determination and commitment to your health and recovery. We adopt a holistic and client-centric framework to help you achieve the best possible treatment outcomes and individual goals.

i-Fit Group works with children with physical disabilities as well as learning and behavioural difficulties. We work from a primary and centrally located office with the latest technology, we also complete treatment and assessments within school/home environments to develop SMART goals and attain developmental milestones through sound clinical modalities.

**What You’ll Be Doing**
- Supporting the day-to-day activities of other staff working on disability support programs and to assist in the development and implementation of novel disability-specific programs.
- Develop resources and training opportunities to support the autism programs
- Being a part of a multi-disciplinary team assisting in providing improved health outcomes.
- Providing support to children, young people and adults with a disability who present with a variety of needs such as access to community and transportation.
- Undertake appropriate professional development, including self-reflection
- A commitment to meeting child, family, client and organisational expectations.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures

**_iFit Group Perks_**
- Full-time and part-time positions available
- Mixed caseload, variety of patients to support
- Administrative support for your schedules
- Work within a multidisciplinary team
- Access to a wealth of clinical resources
- Excellent training
- Internal and External Training courses
- Individualised career progression plan
- Access to company vehicle
- Team building events including luncheons and nights out
- Kitchen amenities fully stocked and is accessible to all team members

**What do you need to join?**

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible.
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) - required
- Children’s Level 2 First Aid with Anaphylaxis training
- DSC clearances - all required by NDIS and Medicare
- National Police Check, NDIS workers screening check, First Aid Training
- CPR, Full Driver’s License
- Passion for assisting individuals with their activities of daily living.
- Ability to relate well with children, adolescents and adults with disabilities.
- Ability to present professionally, act ethically, and empathetically relate to parents/carers.
- Experience working with children
- Previous experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and physical disability preferred, but not required
- Ability to treat and assess Adults/Children across a wide range of ages
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate
- Well-developed communication skills - both verbal and written
- The ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Punctual, Reliable and Committed
- Open to work on alternate Saturdays
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to follow direction and take initiative

**Feeling excited to join us?**

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**Salary**: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Full Drivers License (required)

Work Location: One location