Disability Support Worker

**NEW* Direct Hire: Disability Support Worker**
- ** ABOUT THE CLIENT, HER FAMILY, HOME ENVIRONMENT & COMMUNITY...**_

⭐ The client is a 42 year-old disabled single mother with a rare genetic disability called Ectodermal Dysplasia [ED], a neurological condition being Multiple Sclerosis [MS], mental health challenges including Depression & Anxiety

⭐ The client has a 6-year-old son, who has inherited the same genetic disability ED, additionally he has emotional regulation issues & a severe speech sound disorder [so knowing a little Auslan would be a huge bonus]

⭐ You will be needed to assist with the client’s son who has started reduced hours at kindy last week & also when out & about in our community

⭐ The client’s Family includes an indoor pet dog [an AmStaff], who has airborne allergies & some minor behavioural issuesThere’s also an old domestic medium haired cat. You must also be quite comfortable with providing some basic care to the family pets & tending to litter trays & the backyard, as needed

⭐ The client would like to be supported with achieving her life goals & remaining independent for as long as possible, being able to pursue creative hobbies/interests & also starting business management [MBA maybe] or law studies

⭐ The current Family residence is a 3-bedroom townhouse style property (2 storey) with street parking only & it’s located close by, in Western Sydney. The client & her son live downstairs due to safety reasons directly related to the client’s disabilities
- ** THE JOB...**_

⭐ Average of 10-15 hours p/w, ongoing shifts available for the right person

⭐ Must be available for the following shifts, incorporating some home care duties in between, plus school drop off & pickup [in clients vehicle]

⭐ For now, shifts currently requiring placement asap: Mondays 9am till 12pm noon [3], Tuesdays 8am till 12:30pm [4.5] & Fridays 8am till 12:30pm [4.5] = 11 hours total [after 2x 30 min breaks are removed from the 4 hour & over shifts]

⭐ Transportation to school/kindy [using the client's vehicle] - school only 10 mins max drive

⭐ Meal preparation [for evening dinners/snacks] as well as some - light domestic/ad hoc duties, from time to time

⭐ You must be comfortable with notifying the client directly [ASAP] if you are unable to work a shift or need to adjust working times

⭐ You must ensure that you provide consistency in your work & enough attention to detail, with the supports you are employed to deliver & make sure that trauma informed, person-centred care is ALWAYS maintained, no excuses
- ** EDUCATION, CHECKS & TRAINING...**_

**ALL COPIES OF CURRENT CHECKS/QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED & KEPT ON FILE**

⭐ First Aid Certificate [DESIRED]

⭐ Working With Children Check [REQUIRED]

⭐ Police Check [REQUIRED]

⭐ NSW Unrestricted Driver's License [REQUIRED]

⭐ NDIS Worker Screening Check [REQUIRED]
- ** PERSONAL QUALITIES...**_

⭐ Patience & being able to remain calm is paramount to providing care for this particular Family

⭐ Able to assist the client [& her family] in a positive, & supportive, manner

⭐ You will be empathetic, caring, understanding, a good listener & being helpful, all without having to be constantly askedYou will also need to set a very good example [including using your manners] for the client’s son

⭐ Must be honest & have a very high standard of personal integrity

⭐ You will be able to communicate effectively & ask if not sure

⭐ Must be an animal person [& don’t mind a bit fur on your clothes]

⭐ Be adaptable to changing circumstances & think outside the box, in order to deliver good quality supports

⭐ Possess a client focussed & person centred approach, having a commitment to inclusion & equality

⭐ Must value difference & diversity in all of its glory
- ** DESIRABLE...**_

⭐ You will be good with animals/young children, in addition to adhering to existing routines, as this Family thrives when everything is organised & runs smoothly

⭐ Help with reminders will also be a part of this role, as needed

⭐ You will be able to produce quality care plans/reports & provide honest & constructive feedback

⭐ Strong time management skills & the ability to prioritise daily, weekly, monthly & annual tasks

⭐ Must also be able to make a long-term commitment to this Family

⭐ Ability to collaborate with others to achieve common goals

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $30.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Flexible hours
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus
- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates
- Performance bonus
- Retention bonus
- Weekly bonus

Licence/Certification:

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

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (required)

Work Location: In person