Full-Time Female Support Worker – Supported Independent Living

3 days ago

East Cannington, Australia Open Sky Disability Services Full time $33,000 - $40,000 per year

Full-Time Female Support Worker – Supported Independent Living (SIL) House

Location: East Cannington, WA

(Rostered 24-hour shift cycle, including inactive sleepover)

Schedule:

6:45 AM - 3:15 PM

8 AM - 2:30 PM

3 PM - 9:15 PM

5 PM - 8 PM

9 PM - 7:15 AM next day (10 PM - 6 AM is inactive sleepover shift)

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced female support worker to join our Supported Independent Living (SIL) house in East Cannington. SIL services provide 24/7 supports in a shared home environment, enabling participants to live as independently as possible while receiving assistance with daily living, personal care, and skill development.

This position involves a 24-hour shift cycle, which includes an inactive sleepover shift from 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM, along with active support hours during the day and evening.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide personal care, including showering, grooming, and daily living support.
  • Safely operate Full Hoist and Sara Steady for transfers and mobility support.
  • Assist with medication administration (Med Com) in accordance with care plans.
  • Prepare nutritious meals and assist residents with cooking and meal planning.
  • Promote independence and skill development in line with individual goals.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, including progress notes and incident reports.
  • Support residents during day, evening, and overnight routines, ensuring safety at all times.

Requirements

  • Female staff only (to meet participant preference).
  • Proven experience in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) house setting (mandatory).
  • Experience with personal care, Full Hoist, Sara Steady, and mobility supports.
  • Strong cooking skills and household management ability.
  • Experience with medication administration (Med Com).
  • Certificate III or IV in Disability / Community Services (or equivalent).
  • Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, First Aid & CPR certificate.
  • Manual Handling training and confidence with assistive equipment.
  • Driver's licence and reliable transport.
  • Strong English communication skills, reliability, and professionalism.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $33.00 – $40.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

  • Are you female and able to work in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) house as per participant preference?

☐ Yes ☐ No (Required)

  • Do you have experience working in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) setting?

☐ Yes ☐ No (Required)

  • Are you available to work a 24-hour shift cycle, including an inactive sleepover from 10 PM – 6 AM?

☐ Yes ☐ No (Required)

  • Do you have experience operating mobility equipment such as Full Hoist and Sara Steady?

☐ Yes ☐ No (Required)

  • Do you have experience providing personal care, including showering, grooming, and daily living support?

☐ Yes ☐ No (Required)

  • Do you have experience with Medication Administration and certificate as well (Med Com)?

☐ Yes ☐ No (Required)

  • Do you have manual handling certificate ?
  • Do you have strong English communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing)?

☐ Excellent ☐ Good ☐ Fair ☐ Poor (Required – must be Excellent/Good)

  • Please briefly describe your experience with cooking and meal preparation in a SIL or disability support setting.

(Open text response)

  • Do you have general computer skills?
  • Please describe an example of how you supported a client with a mental health challenge in a SIL or disability support role.

(Open text response)

  • What is your availability? This is tentative roster:

6:45 AM - 3:15 PM

8 AM - 2:30 PM

3 PM - 9:15 PM

5 PM - 8 PM

9 PM - 7:15 AM next day (10 PM - 6 AM is inactive sleepover shift)

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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