Disability Support Worker

Are you an experienced and compassionate Disability Support Worker looking for the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives? Care Talent is looking for dedicated individuals like you to join our team to join the **BOX HILL** (and surrounding areas).

**About Care Talent**:
Care Talent is a prominent national healthcare staffing solutions provider in Australia, specializing in Community Care, In-Home, and Residential Aged Care services. Established in 2020 and headquartered in Victoria, the company has rapidly expanded its operations, now employing a flexible workforce of over 5,000 staff across the country. Care Talent are passionate about empowering people with disability to live their lives to the fullest. Our workforce provide high-quality, person-centred support across metropolitan and regional areas across Australia, working closely with individuals and care teams to meet their unique goals and preferences.

**Key Requirements**:

- Minimum of 12 months work experience as a support worker in Australia
- Completed Cert 3/4 Individual Support/Disability or equivalent
- Must be available for morning, afternoon, sleepover shifts and active nights
- NDIS Worker Screening Check number
- Current Medication Administration Certificate and evidence of 6-months experience
- Fully vaccinated with Covid vaccination/Booster and Flu
- Manual Handling Certificate and evidence of 6-months experience
- Working With Children Check
- Current Drivers licence with reliable transport
- It is desirable that you have flexibility to obtain a minimum of 3 shifts or more on a regular weekly basis
- Desirable to take on some 3hr short shifts and early morning starts

**About The Role**:
As a Disability Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals to build their independence, develop daily living skills, and participate in their communities. You will be provided the opportunity to work within multiple teams and environments, which will increase your knowledge, skillset and capacity as you expand on your career within the disability sector.

**Key Responsibilities include**:

- Supporting clients with personal care, domestic duties, and meal preparation
- Assisting with community participation, social outings, and recreational activities
- Helping clients achieve their individual goals and enhance their independence
- Documenting daily progress and reporting any concerns
- Working collaboratively with care teams and other staff

**Please include photo on Resume for ID purposes.**

**Why Care Talent?**:

- Above Award pay rates
- Weekly pay cycle
- Supportive Recruitment Consultant & Allocations Team available 24/7
- Staff Member app for easy shift management
- Employee Benefits Scheme offering discounts from major retailers

Join Care Talent and be part of a supportive team that values your dedication and commitment to providing high-quality care to individuals with disabilities. Make a difference today

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $43.00 - $77.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount

Application Question(s):

- Are you able to take on early morning shifts at 6:00AM
- Are you willing to take on 3hr short shifts if compensation for bonus of 1 hr is given?
- Have you completed a Cert 3/4 in Disability or higher

**Experience**:

- Working with people with disabilities: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- NDIS worker screening check number (required)
- Administrating Medication certificate (required)
- Manual Handling Certificate (required)
- Drivers licence and can drive the Van (required)
- First Aid and CPR certificate (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person