Ndis Support Worker

True Ability is a registered disability service provider in Victoria, and a sister organisation of Helping Solutions, with a mission to create environments that promote the liveability, well-being, and long-term independence of people with disabilities. We are passionate about what we do, and we aim to go above and beyond to ensure that our participants receive person-centred services that meet their needs.

**About the Role**:
We are currently seeking dedicated Support Workers in Melbourne's **South East**, with experience in ADL's and behavioural experiences with Autism, schizophrenia, bipolar disorders and challenging behaviours.

We understand the importance of supporting participants in line with the NDIS Goals.

As a Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in helping our participants achieve their goals while demonstrating dignity and respect at all times.

We are looking for experienced Support Workers who are dedicated, resilient, passionate, enthusiastic, and experienced with the flexibility to work across mornings, afternoons, and nights. Please note that this work will be a mix of short shifts (2 to 4 hours) and longer shifts (6 to 8 hours) depending on participant requirements in accordance with their NDIS plan.

This role would be perfect for people who need to work around other commitments - for example, students, parents, and those wanting more of a work/life balance.

We are looking for Support Workers who can provide our participants with reliability and consistency with shift availability UP to FIVE days a week.

**Responsibilities**:
As a Support Worker, your primary responsibilities will include:

- Supporting Participants in achieving their NDIS Goals while maintaining dignity and respect.
- Maintaining an understanding of Participants' needs and overall well-being, with a focus on high-care support requirements.
- Providing personal support, including Medication Administration, Personal Hygiene, and ensuring an acceptable level of appearance for their chosen activities.
- Communicating and engaging with Participants in a meaningful and relevant manner, while also encouraging them to interact with others.
- Assisting with daily living skills such as cooking, budgeting, and social skills.
- Facilitating community participation by accompanying Participants to activities and outings.
- Ensuring accurate documentation and accountability of all supports and services provided through our rostering app, case notes, and incident reporting.
- Performing basic housework tasks such as cleaning and meal preparation.
- Implementing therapy goals, as required.

**Essential Criteria**:
To be successful in this role you should possess:

- Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, or a related field.
- **Experience managing severe behaviours.**:

- **Background in Mental Health disorders including Schizophrenia and Bipolar.**:

- **Experience with Autism, challenging behaviours, and ABI Participants.**:

- Experience working 1:1 with people with disabilities who may present with Challenging Behaviours.
- A valid Australian driver's license.
- A reliable vehicle with comprehensive car insurance.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening, or willingness to obtain one.
- A valid First-Aid and CPR Certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC) or willingness to obtain one.
- Values that align with True Ability.
- Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, and listening.
- Problem-solving abilities and a creative, innovative mindset.
- Flexible availability to work a range of shifts during the week, overnight, and occasional weekends.

**Desirable Criteria**:

- Previous experience in Support Work is desirable.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- **Relevant experience in disability, mental health, or a related field.**:

- **Prior experience in Mental Health and Challenging complex behaviours.**

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $40.26 - $42.79 per hour

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Rotating roster
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Penalty rates

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Working with Children Check (preferred)
- National Police Certificate (preferred)
- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Mulgrave, VIC (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Mulgrave, VIC: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person