Disability Life Skills Supporter

2 weeks ago


Gosford, Australia Uniting Full time

**About the Opportunity**
- **Permanent Part-Time with a minimum of 20 hours per fortnight across Central Coast houses (**Narara, Bateau Bay and Killarney Vale).**:

- **SCHADS Level 2.1 rate $33.40 per hour with additional penalty rates, salary packaging benefits up to $18,550 per year and superannuation.**:

- **Flexible to be available 7 days a week from 7am to 8pm with 1 weekend a fortnight**

Our service operates from 7am to 8pm environment (no awake shifts). Opportunities to pick up _additional shifts up to 76 hours a fortnight._

Working with participants on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), you will positively engage people with various physical and mental health disabilities, contributing to making a meaningful difference by building their capacity with daily living, confidence in accessing the community and within themselves.

**What you will be doing (please refer to the position description)**:

- Aiding with daily life activities both at home (meal preparation and cleaning, etc) and in the community (budgeting and shopping routines).
- Supporting individuals with their educational and work-related endeavours.
- Facilitating access to various community, social, and recreational activities.
- Assisting with transportation to enable access to daily activities and engagements.

**Who we are looking for**:

- **NSW Drivers license** (**_can be on Green P Plates_**) and comprehensive car insurance are required for the role.
- Possession of a valid NSW Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Check is necessary.
- Holding a current First Aid Certificate is also a necessary qualification.
- Previous experience or qualifications in disability of young adults or aged care are desirable but not mandatory.

**Even Better**:

- Certificate III or IV or studying towards a course in Disability, Allied Health or equivalent

**In return we offer**:
By joining Uniting as a Disability Support Worker, you can look forward to the following benefits:

- Comprehensive induction training from Day 1 including buddy shifts.
- $500 referral bonus can be generously rewarded for referring a friend who joins Uniting.
- Receive paid travel entitlements, making your work more convenient and accessible.
- Extensive opportunities for professional growth.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Corporate discounts and cash-back programs with major retailers

For more information, read the Position Description - Life Skills Supporter.pdf

If the idea of working for a progressive not-for-profit organisation excites you, then please **APPLY** now.

Closing date: 11:55 pm, Sunday 02 September 2024



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