Disability Support Workers

_Are you a female Support Worker who loves a bit of banter and enjoys working with an old-fashioned, okker Aussie bloke? If this sounds like you, keep reading to see if this opportunity is the perfect fit for you_
- We are on the lookout for experienced Disability Support Workers who just so happen to possess Bowel Therapy and catheter experience (or have a willingness to learn) to join QSSS as part of our Client’s Support Worker team for a Client in Victoria Point._
- This 74 year old gentleman is an outgoing person who is up before the birds who requires personal care supports at 5am so he can make his way to his favourite café for a bite of breakfast and a bit of socialising. He’s an outgoing person who values a good sense of humour and patience and just some good natured Aussie banter._
- This Participant self-identifies as a “part quad” who requires personal care, bowel and bladder support, and assistance with hoisting. Due to an acquired brain injury, he may occasionally have mood fluctuations but a bit of humour and patience can usually help to bring him back to his usual okker self. _
- If you have a good sense of humour, patience and the ability to read the room then you will do well to change the mood quickly and fast gain a new fan in this Client. The winning traits for you to have however are being trustworthy, reliable and open to a bit of banter._
- This opportunity would suit an experienced and skilled Support Worker who is skilled in bowel therapy, catheter care, as well as hoisting experience - but most importantly, just being a decent, resilient and down to earth person._
- **Shifts are available 7 days a week as follows**:_ _5:00am - 7:00am and 7:00pm-9:00pm. Every second day: 10:00am-13:30pm._
- **The hourly base rate is $ 34.45 /hr plus penalties for Evening, Night, Weekend and Public Holiday Shifts (sorry, rate not negotiable).**_

Why join QSSS?  

Really simple, we are on a mission to completely disrupt the disability and aged care industry by providing supports in a way that most providers would say is impossible - and that is to give true choice, control and freedom to our Clients in every way possible.  

Working with our Clients, you have the privilege to do what most do not get to do in their career, and that is to make a huge difference and a positive impact in people’s lives each and every day. You can be a part of helping our Clients to live their absolute best life. 

We want passionate, dedicated, proactive decent humans who genuinely want to make a positive difference in people’s lives. 

At QSSS we believe in providing opportunities. We provide on job training and development to people looking to start their career in Community Services & Development. 

If you are looking for the right motivation for a career change and want to make a difference in the community, QSSS can provide you with that platform and help you build that confidence. 

If you are a caring, compassionate, and dedicated person seeking a flexible work environment, then QSSS is the right employer for you. Our friendly Support Specialist will work around your availability to support your other learning and development commitments. 

Your key responsibilities & accountabilities  

To deliver high quality support to our Clients in the capacity they require, the exact way they would like it delivered 

Communicate effectively and collaborate for our Clients' needs with our Clients, team & Support Specialist 

Understand, follow instructions, and be responsive to our Clients needs 

Provide support to our Clients as required 

Have good rapport building skills and a gentle, encouraging manner 

Be reliable and flexible to fill shifts when required 

Have an interest in building a respectful relationship with our Clients 

To support our Clients to achieve their NDIS Goals 

To be Successful you must  

Resonate with the role description above 

Hold CPR and first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain) 

Hold NDIS worker screening or yellow card (or willingness to obtain) 

Hold or be willing to obtain a blue card 

Hold Certificate III in disability or related fields (or willingness to obtain
- preferred) 

Have evidence of eligibility and right to work in Australia 

Have a genuine desire to positively change people's lives 

Manual handling experience required 

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: From $33.21 per hour

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Shift work

Supplemental pay types:

- Penalty rates

Work Location: In person

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $34.45 - $39.99 per hour

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Shift work

Supplementary Pay:

- Penalty rates

Licence/Certification:

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

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person