Disability Support Practitioner. EXPERIENCED

MULTIPLE POSITIONS in NEWCASTLE area. please review criteria prior to application. Immediate start available

Starting wage: base rate $43.23/hour + allowances and penalties (EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL). Negotiated based on experience and qualifications

ABCARE Disability Support are seeking to employ an experienced and dedicated support worker who is eager and flexible in availability. This extremely rewarding position can become permanent in the future for the right applicant.

ABCARE Disability Support continues to expand and with an increased demand for our high standard of care and support, we are very excited to invite you to join our team.

Providing service in clients home and in the community, this is your chance to make a difference in someone's life with a dedicated and personalised service provider.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT FROM OTHER PROVIDERS?

A boutique local business – growing a team that can provide individualised and client centred service. Management with lived experience, passion and understanding of this industry - who are available, supportive, passionate and provide a friendly work culture with rewarding outcomes.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Competitive hourly rates, negotiated based on your experience and qualifications
• Internal career development opportunities and training
• Allowances such as first aid, travel, broken shift when applicable
• A dedicated, experienced and passionate management team who are available and ensure you feel part of an amazing team
• At ABCARE Disability Support we pride ourselves on matching clients with staff who are suitably trained and experienced in the area required.
• Immediate start available for suitable applicants
• Performance and service incentives

ABOUT THE ROLE:

You will be supporting individuals with disability in their own homes, developing the clients' daily living skills, providing community access, assisting with medication, supporting clients with complex needs, personal care, domestic, and other duties. This is not an entry level position, experience is essential. ABCARE Disability Support do not provide SIL service – our service is personalised in home assistance along with community access.

Note: This position may require heavy lifting and/or hoisting. Applicants need to be physically fit to perform these duties. Successful applicants may be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment.

ABCARE Disability Support provides service in Newcastle, parts of Cessnock, Maitland, Lake Macquarie. Current positions are primarily Newcastle based.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Proven experience working as a disability support practitioner or aged care/nursing
• NDIS Worker Screening
• Completion of all mandatory online NDIS modules
• Working with Children Check
• Recent national police check (within the past 3 months) or willingness to obtain
• Valid Senior First Aid certificate and CPR
• NSW drivers licence with your own registered and insured vehicle
• Willingness to provide certified driving history from Service NSW if required
• Individual who is flexible and be able to work efficiently on a 1:1 and 2:1 capacity
• Manual handling experience: supporting people who have limited mobility
• Administering medications
• Experience in providing intensive personal care duties
• Certificate III or higher in Disability, Individual Support or Aged Care OR be entering the second year into your higher qualification in a relevant field
• Available to work flexibly across a 24/7 rotating roster, including inactive and active overnight shifts and split shifts when required
• Demonstrated experience supporting clients in a way that respects their rights, dignity, values, beliefs, and personal goals
• Ability to communicate effectively resulting in a clear understanding of the client's needs
• Very clear English communication skills – written and verbal
• Unrestricted work rights

The type of Disability and Aged Care Support Practitioner we want on the ABCARE team:

• Genuine compassion with understanding and patience to assist our clients.
• A high level of motivation
• Reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Caring, positive and enthusiastic.
• Ability to work independently in a client's home and in the community.
• Ability to apply understanding of 'duty of care', Ethical Practices and Human Rights framework when delivering services for individuals living with a disability.
• Available for early morning starts or late night finishes

APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE NEED NOT APPLY.

Interested in this role and would like more information about ABCARE Disability Support? Please review our website:

HOW TO APPLY?

If you have the skills, experience, and a passion to be part of a growing and successful team – we would love to hear from you.

Please submit an up to date resume including cover letter addressing the criteria with your application.

Short listed applicants will be contacted.