Disability Support Workers

**About the Role**:
Join us as a Disability Support Worker in a new Supported Independent Living location in **Armstrong** **Creek**.

You’ll be providing essential 1:2 support to two male participants who are transitioning to living independently. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your well-developed life skills and experience in epilepsy management and medication assistance to empower these young men as they learn household tasks like cooking, cleaning, and more.

**Who We’re Looking For**:
We’re searching for team members who are supportive, encouraging, and skilled at multi-tasking and problem-solving. A passion for teaching life skills and helping clients achieve greater independence is essential, along with an ability to connect with participants around their hobbies and interests.

**Your Skills and Experience**:

- Proficiency in epilepsy management and medication assistance
- Excellent multi-tasking, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- Strong ability to mentor and guide participants in life skills like cooking, cleaning, and budgeting
- Positive and proactive approach with a passion for empowering clients

**Preferred Interests**:
If you’re a gamer, love cooking, shopping, or gardening, or enjoy activities like chalk drawing, mill market visits, or watching AFL and YouTube, you’ll fit right in with our participants Shared interests help build stronger, more meaningful connections, enhancing the support you provide.

**Set Rosters**:
We have 6 Available Positions on PPT or CAS basis, these rosters are set & must be completed in full - rosters are as follows:

- __________________________

**PPT 3**
48 hours per fortnight

Week 1
- Monday 1500 PM to 2000 PM - 5 hrs
- Wednesday 1500 PM to 2000 PM - 5 hrs
- Thursday 1500 PM to 2000 PM - 5 hrs
- Friday 1500 PM to 9:00 AM (sleepover 2200 PM to 6:00 AM) - 10 hrs
- Sunday 1500 PM to 9:00 AM (sleepover 2200 PM to 6:00 AM) - 10 hrs

Week 2
- Wednesday 1500 PM to 9:00 AM (sleepover 2200 PM to 6:00 AM) - 10 hrs
- Friday 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM - 3 hrs
- __________________________

**PPT 4**
50 hours per fortnight

Week 1
- Monday 1500 PM to 9:00 AM (sleepover 2200 PM to 6:00 AM) - 10 hrs
- Wednesday 1500 PM to 9:00 AM (sleepover 2200 PM to 6:00 AM) - 10 hrs
- Saturday 1500 PM to 9:00 AM (sleepover 2200 PM to 6:00 AM) - 10 hrs

Week 2
- Tuesday 1300 PM to 1800 PM - 5 hours
- Wednesday 1500 PM to 2000 PM - 5 hrs
- Thursday 1500 PM to 9:00 AM (sleepover 2200 PM to 6:00 AM) - 10 hrs
- __________________________

**PPT 5**
18 hours per fortnight

Week 1
- Thursday 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM - 3 hrs
- Friday 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM - 3 hrs

Week 2
- Monday 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM - 3 hrs
- Wednesday 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM - 3 hrs
- Saturday 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM- 3 hrs
- Sunday 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM - 3 hrs
- __________________________

**CAS 6**
20 hours per fortnight

Week 1
- Monday 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM - 3 hrs
- Tuesday 1430 PM to 1930 PM - 5 hrs
- Saturday 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM - 3 hrs
- Sunday 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM - 3 hrs

Week 2
- Tuesday 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - 3 hrs
- Thursday 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM - 3 hrs
- __________________________

**What We Offer**:

- Set rosters on a part-time and casual basis
- Opportunity to impact lives and make a positive difference daily
- Supportive and inclusive team environment
- Ongoing training and professional development

**Licences/Credentials**:

- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Valid driver's licence and vehicle with comprehensive insurance
- Working with Children Check VIC
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- NDIS Quality Safety and You Certificate - modules completed online

**Why Join Nextt?**
At Nextt, we are dedicated to providing the best care for our clients. We offer an inclusive, collaborative work environment where you can grow, learn, and truly make a difference.

Become part of the Nextt Group team where your passion meets purpose. Start your journey toward a rewarding career today