Disability Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Pascoe Vale, Victoria, Australia Luddacare Pty Ltd Full time $3,256 - $79,565 per year

We are seeking a reliable support worker who can commit to regular hours to support clients in several different locations over Melbourne, including Pascoe Vale 3044, Blackburn 3130, Lilydale 3140, and Hampton Park 3976.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Genuinely compassionate person who is seeking a role that is personally gratifying.
  • An enthusiastic commitment to providing life enriching experience support and care to our clients.
  • An easy going, resilient, energetic personality with adaptable work approach.
  • Confident in working independently.

We are seeking a compassionate individual to assist with the achievements of:

  • Demonstrated skills supporting and caring for adults with complex support need e.g. challenging behaviours, complex medical supports.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish a professional working relationship with clients that is supportive, encouraging and challenging.
  • Demonstrated ability and skill to work within an essential Lifestyle Planning process for persons with a disability.
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, , negotiation, problem solving, and the ability to communicate effectively as a member of a team.
  • Ability and willingness to work in a diverse range of settings including but not limited to – a person's home or place of residence, other services, community groups and other community settings.
  • Supporting client with daily life activities such as shopping, grocery and community participation
  • Manual handling and use of equipment as per client's needs
  • Understanding challenges faced by client with mental health and provide positive approach to manage their goals
  • Creating a safe and comfortable environment
  • Transportation and supporting social engagement
  • Having a calm approach to client's behaviour
  • Meal preparation and shopping assistance
  • Promoting independent living, community participation and social inclusion

Selection Criteria

  • Minimum Certificate III or IV in Disability/ Individual Support
  • 3+ year Experience working as a Support Worker (desirable)
  • Experience in Aged care. (Desirable)
  • Demonstrated experience supporting clients with behaviours of concern
  • Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and autonomously

Please apply and attach your resume with cover letter. You can also directly apply on our website:

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $32.56 – $79.65 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee mentoring program
  • Professional development assistance

Licence/Certification:

  • First Aid Certification (Preferred)
  • Working with Children Check (Preferred)
  • National Police Certificate (Preferred)
  • Driver Licence (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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