Female Disability Support Worker

**About the Role**:
MAAC Care, a registered NDIS provider, is driven by a deep commitment to care. Our mission is to uniquely and genuinely make a positive difference in the lives of those we support. At MAAC Care, caring is not just a commitment; it's our identity.

We are actively seeking a compassionate and dedicated **Female Disability/Mental Health Support Worker** to join our team and provide essential care to NDIS participants. Our service areas span various locations in Melbourne, with our central office situated in Carrum Downs, VIC. In this crucial role, you will directly impact the health and well-being of our clients by delivering top-tier care in both home and community settings. Your commitment to providing compassionate support is key to enhancing the lives of those we serve.

**This role is specific to our location in Mount Martha, Victoria.**

**What You Will Do**:

- Provide the best quality of care to our participants.
- Assist participants with daily living tasks and independent skills at home and in the community -including providing transport to appointments and activities.
- Provide personal care: personal hygiene and grooming
- Support with light domestic duties, including meal preparations and cleaning
- Arrange social activities with participants
- Deliver individual support as per individual NDIS plans and goals
- Document services delivered, including but not limited to; shift notes, incident reports, medication management, and more
- Schedule: Morning shift, afternoon shift, and active overnights.

**Your Attributes**:

- **Can speak Italian and English fluently.**:

- Demonstrates empathy and compassion towards clients.
- Communicates effectively to understand and meet individual needs.
- Adopts a client-centered approach, prioritizing their well-being and preferences.
- Displays cultural competence in providing support to clients from diverse backgrounds.
- Exhibits patience while assisting clients with various tasks and activities.
- Maintains reliability in attending to scheduled shifts and responsibilities.
- Adapts to changing situations and clients' requirements.
- Possesses effective problem-solving skills in addressing challenges.
- Works collaboratively as part of a team to ensure comprehensive care.
- Upholds and respects the dignity of clients in all interactions.

**Essential Skills**:

- Minimum of 6 months working as a disability support worker or completion of relevant education and job training in disability support or related field.
- Familiarity with relevant health and safety regulations.
- Experience in developing and implementing care plans.
- Knowledge of disability-related assistive technologies.
- Capability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
- Awareness of mental health considerations in disability support.
- Familiarity with therapeutic interventions and strategies.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- First Aid and CPR certification.
- Ability to operate assistive devices and equipment.
- Understanding of behavior management techniques.
- Current CPR & First Aid certification.
- National Police Check & NDIS Worker Screening Check
- NDIS Workers Orientation Certificate
- Valid Australian Drivers Licence & own vehicle
- Form of Government Identification: Passport and Birth Certificate
- Certificate in Disability Services/Community Services or relevant qualifications and/or experience

We are interviewing immediately.
- Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted._

**Job Type**: Casual
- Subcontractor to start

**Job Types**: Part-time, Subcontract, Casual

**Salary**: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Penalty rates

**Language**:

- English (required)
- Italian (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Australian Driver's License (required)
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification (required)
- National Police Check and NDIS Screening Check (required)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 100% (required)

Work Location: In person