Disability Support Worker

**Position: Disability Support Worker & Cleaner (Dual Role)**
**Location: Melbourne, Victoria**
**Employment Type: Casual**
**Company: EddenRose Community Services**

**About Us**:
EddenRose Community Services, based in Melbourne, Australia, is a trusted provider of disability and support services under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities, empowering them to live independently and with dignity. Our holistic approach ensures that every client’s needs are met with personalized, compassionate care. **Our Tagline - Putting People First**

**Position Overview**:
We are seeking a **hardworking, detail-oriented, and punctual** individual for the role of **Disability Support Worker & Cleaner (Dual Role)**. In this position, you will be responsible for maintaining a **clean, safe, and welcoming environment** for our clients while providing compassionate, person-centered support as required. This dual role requires a strong work ethic, reliability, and excellent communication skills to manage a variety of cleaning tasks alongside disability support duties.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Cleaning Duties (Primary Focus)**:

- **Thoroughly clean** and **sanitize** client rooms, bathrooms, dining areas, and common spaces to a high standard.
- Clean windows, glass surfaces, and other high-touch areas to maintain a safe, hygienic environment.
- Use commercial cleaning equipment, including polishers, steamers, and vacuum cleaners.
- Sweep, mop, wax, and polish various floor types (vinyl, timber, concrete).
- Clean and maintain carpets, curtains, and upholstered furniture.
- Assist with kitchen cleaning, including scrubbing, sanitation, and general upkeep.
- Promptly report any maintenance issues, hazards, or safety concerns.
- Ensure all cleaning tasks are completed efficiently and in line with health and safety guidelines.
- Keep track of cleaning supplies and ensure proper stock levels are maintained.

**Disability Support Work**:

- Provide direct support to clients in accordance with their individual care plans, including personal care, mobility assistance, and community access.
- Support clients to participate in age-appropriate activities, employment, and social interactions.
- Assist with medication administration as per the organization's policies and NDIS requirements.
- Maintain accurate client documentation, including progress notes and care plans.
- Communicate effectively with clients, families, case managers, and healthcare professionals to support the client's goals.
- Contribute to the physical and emotional well-being of clients, ensuring their dignity and privacy at all times.

**Essential Criteria**:

- **Attention to detail, hard work, and punctuality.**:

- **Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.**:

- Previous experience supporting people with disabilities, including those with mental health conditions (preferred).
- A reliable vehicle with full comprehensive car insurance.
- Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks and client transfers as needed.
- Flexibility to work across multiple locations and adapt to changing client needs.

**Required Certifications**:

- Certificate III or IV in Disability (required)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Induction Modules (required)
- First Aid & CPR (required)
- NDIS Worker Screen Check (required)
- Australian National Police Check (required)
- Full Driver’s License (required)
- Working with Children Check - Employer (required)
- Infection Control Training (COVID-19) (required)

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $32.00 - $34.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 24 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program

Schedule:

- On call

Supplementary Pay:

- Penalty rates

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (required)

**Experience**:

- disabilities: 1 year (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Working with Children Check (required)
- First Aid Certification (required)
- police check (required)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening (required)
- Full Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (required)

Work Location: In person