Disability/mental Health Support Workers Wanted

Are you an experienced Support Worker with a background in Aged Care, Disability, and Mental Health associated with challenging behaviours? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you

**Attainable Care** is a leading Registered NDIS Provider dedicated to creating a world of possibilities for individuals with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing a range of tailored services, including **Supported Independent Living** **(SIL) and Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) homes**. We are currently seeking passionate and committed Support Workers to join our growing team, with multiple locations across Melbourne:

- South and East Melbourne
- North Melbourne
- Western Suburbs

**As a Support Worker with Attainable Care, you will deliver a range of services, including but not limited to**:

- _**Provide personalized support and assistance to NDIS participants, focusing on their individual needs, goals, and preferences.**_
- _**Develop and maintain strong relationships with participants, their families, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.**_
- _**Implement and regularly review individualized support plans, adjusting strategies as required to promote participants' progress and well-being.**_
- _**Assist with daily living activities, personal care, skill development, and community participation, promoting independence and social inclusion.**_
- _**Monitor and report on participants' progress and any changes in their needs, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.**_
- _**Adhere to all relevant legislation, regulations, and organizational policies, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.**_

**To be considered for this role, you must have**:

- _**Current NDIS Worker check, Police Check, and Working with Children's Check.**_
- _**Certificate of NDIS Worker Orientation Program.**_
- _**A current First Aid Certificate and CPR certification.**_
- _**A valid Australian Driver’s License & Reliable Car.**_
- _**A minimum of a Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, or a related field.**_
- _**Experience working with people with Mental health disability and challenging behaviour.**_
- _**Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within the NDIS framework.**_
- **Ability to provide 2 current/recent work-related references.**:

- _**Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse clients.**_
- _**A compassionate, empathetic, and patient approach to supporting individuals with disabilities.**_


**Employer questions**
- Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
- Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
- Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
- Do you have a Certificate III in Individual Support?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?
- Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?

**Job Types**: Subcontract, Casual

**Salary**: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Housing provided
- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Penalty rates

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

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

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Footscray VIC (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Footscray VIC: Relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person