female disability support worker

Female Support Worker Wanted – SIL Accommodation in Blacktown Area

The Cooperative Life

The Co-operative Life is an employee-owned social care co-operative supporting people with dementia and neurological conditions to live meaningful, connected lives in the community.

We operate modern, home-like Support Independent Living (SIL) accommodations across the Blacktown region (Marsden Park, Melonba, Tallawong, Riverstone) providing person-centred support, dignity, and genuine choice for the people we serve. TCL supports people living with dementia and a range of neurological conditions, including Motor Neurone Disease (MND), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's disease and Acquired Brain Injury (ABI).

We are seeking a dedicated Female Support Worker to join our team in our Support Independent Living (SIL) homes.

*Looking for a female candidate as this is a part of the genuine on-job and client-driven requirement

This position reports to a Lead Support Worker. Permanent part time/Casual.

SCHADS award periodic (hourly) pay rates and benefits are applicable for the right candidates.

Essential requirements:

· Previous Support Worker experience – preferably in physical disabilities, Acquired Brain injuries and Psychosocial/Mental Health Disabilities.

• Proof of 3 doses COVID19 Vaccination requirement
• NDIS Worker Clearance

THE ROLE:

You will be working within a homelike SIL accommodation, providing high-quality, person-centred support including:

• Daily living support
• Community access
• Assistance with mobility, communication, and cognitive changes
• Positive engagement and meaningful activities
• Working collaboratively with the house team to create a safe, warm and supportive home

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

· Minimum 2 years' experience – in disability support

• Proof of 3 doses COVID19 Vaccination requirement being met (including of the validation of the medical exemptions, if any) under the NSW Public Health Order
• In-depth understanding of NDIS industry requirements
• In-depth person-centred support experience
• Empathy and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have a reliable, registered and comprehensively insured vehicle.
• Must have a current valid NSW Australian Driver's Licence
• Own a smart phone with Internet access.
• Current NDIS Clearance (which replaced National Police Clearance)
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Valid working rights within Australia
• You will be working within a homelike SIL accommodation, providing high-quality, person-centred support including:
• Daily living support
• Community access
• Assistance with mobility, communication, and cognitive changes
• Positive engagement and meaningful activities
• Working collaboratively with the house team to create a safe, warm and supportive home

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

· Demonstrated capacity to collaborate as part of a diverse team and work autonomously.

• High level of stress resilience and emotional intelligence.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and use initiative.
• Strong communication skills and active listening skills.
• Common sense

THE APPLICATION FORM WILL INCLUDE THESE QUESTIONS:

• How many years of experience do you have as a support worker?
• Are you available to work in Blacktown area?
• Do you have a current NDIS SW Clearance for employment?
• Which of the First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?
• Do you have a current valid NSW Australian Driver's Licence?
• Do you have a proof of 3 doses COVID19 Vaccination requirement being met (including of the validation of the medical exemptions, if any) under the NSW Public Health Order?

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring program
• Professional development assistance
• Salary packaging

Application Question(s):

• How many years of pervious working NDIS experience with Mental Health you have?
• Do you have a proof of 3 doses COVID19 vaccination?

Experience:

• working with Psycho-social/mental health disorders: 2 years (Required)

Licence/Certification:

• Australian NSW Driver Licence (Required)
• NDISWC Clearance (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: On the road