Disability Support Worker

Company Name: JMJ Disability Serv Pty Ltd

Job title: Disability Support Worker - House Team Leader

Job type: Full time, Permanent

Location: Northern Territory - Katherine & Darwin

Salary: $72,000 - $82,000 + superannuation

Working hours: 38 hours per week

About us

The company started through Maria's goal of providing an opportunity for people with disability to access services which emanates from the heart. Together with this goal is to be able to narrow the gap in terms of employment and be able to provide an opportunity to individuals who share the same passion towards people with disability. JMJ stands literally and figuratively to the Holy family: Jesus, Mary and Joseph. This serves as a guide to all stakeholders in modelling the holy family in service delivery, relationship amongst staff, and how the company aims to radiate the love existed in the holy family in these modern times. At JMJ Disability Services we bring a high quality service to help participants continue their day to day living as any other Australians would. Our passion for excellence drove us from the beginning and continues to drive us today. We define greatness as what the old book suggested, "For service to many leads to greatness."

With two offices located in Katherine & Darwin, JMJ Disability Serv Pty Ltd is looking for experienced permanent full-time Disability Support Worker - House Team Leader (DSW/HL). The DSW/HL acts as a point person in the house of assignment whilst major fulBlling the role of a disability support worker. Annual salary ranges from $72,000 - $82,000 relevant to their qualifications and demonstrated experience.

Qualification & Work Experience

· Minimum Certificate III equivalent in Individual Support or related disability support/community service. Diploma equivalent degree is desirable.

· Minimum 1-year (20 hours per week or more) post-qualification work experience.

· Experience in the delivery of personal care services and/or challenging behaviours is viewed favourably.

· Valid full Driver's License

· A cleared Working with Children Check and National Criminal Record Clearance.

Key responsibilities

Service provision:

· Support client engagement in community activities which will enhance quality of life through the provision of person-centric care

· Work cooperatively with the coordinator of services in developing effective communication and productive relationship with clients

· Supervise or provide a wide range of personal care services to clients under limited supervision either individually or as part of a team of the part of the delivery of disability services.

· Support clients' goals and aspirations whilst maintaining an environment free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and other misconduct

· Provision of care in line with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Code of Conduct and in compliance with the NDIS quality and safeguard commission.

Collaboration:

· Work with relevant team to develop person-centred approach for clients

· Participate in case reviews to determine the needs and wellbeing of the client

· Attend staff meetings, operations meetings, and other relevant stakeholders meetings as required.

Record keeping and administrative task:

· Monitor clients' wellbeing and progress reporting

· Perform administrative duties

· Regular house audit reporting and compliance to any other report required.

Team management:

· Supervise disability support workers (DSW) to ensure clients are provided with support and service that are in line with the NDIS Code of Conduct, quality and safety, and relevant company policies and procedure

· Regular coaching and feedback to DSW in the team

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

· Do you have Australian driver's licence?

· Do you have Australian National Police Check?

· Do you have the First Aid licence or certification?

· Do you have NDIS Worker Screening?

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $72,000.00 – $82,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person