Disability Support Worker

Be a Game-Changer: Disability Support Worker at
LAAS

Ready to make a real difference in Loxton, SA?

Join the passionate team at LAAS as a Casual Disability Support Worker and bring your energy to a role that's all about empowering people to live their best lives. If you're passionate, driven, and ready to create meaningful connections, this is your chance to shine

What You'll Be Doing

• Empowering Lives: Support individuals with daily tasks like personal care, meal preparation, and household activities to help them thrive independently.
• Sparking Joy: Lead fun, engaging activities—think social outings, recreational adventures, and learning opportunities that boost wellbeing.
• Advocating with Heart: Be a voice for individuals, teaming up with healthcare professionals to ensure their needs are met.
• Keeping It Real: Maintain clear, detailed records for individuals while upholding our high standards and organisational policies.
• Creating Safe Spaces: Foster a warm, inclusive environment where individuals feel valued and supported.
• Embracing Variety: Work across diverse settings, such as participants' homes, community environments, and group activities, engaging with various individuals to match your skills, experience, and their preferences.

Who We Are Looking For

• Qualifications That Matter: Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent is preferred. Candidates with strong experience supporting people with disability may be considered, provided they are committed to enrolling in and working towards obtaining the relevant qualification.
• Relevant Experience: Skilled in providing support to people with disability, including implementing positive behaviour support strategies for individuals with challenging behaviours.
• Communication & Relationship Champion: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport.
• Inspiring Energy: A vibrant, energetic approach that uplifts individuals and adds to our team's shared passion for excellence.
• Clinical Confidence: Experience or willingness to work with individuals with complex clinical needs.
• Heart & Drive: A compassionate, patient, and person-centered approach to care.
• Know-How: Strong understanding of disability support principles, practices, and the NDIS Code of Conduct, with a commitment to adhering to its standards.
• Must-Haves: Valid driver's licence, NDIS Worker Screening Check, and current First Aid & CPR. Covid 19 Vaccination record, A Working with Children Check is required prior to commencement of employment (successful applicants may apply without it but must obtain it before starting).

Why LAAS is Your Next Move

• Reliable Flexibility: Commit to a variety of shifts, including weekdays, evenings, overnights, and weekends, to support individuals who rely on consistency. In return, we offer flexible scheduling to balance your work and personal life.
• Great Pay, Greater Benefits: Competitive casual rates with salary packaging, including remote area benefits, to maximise your take-home pay.
• Grow Your Way: Benefit from comprehensive onboarding, internal training and assessment, and access to a suite of professional development resources to expand your skills and knowledge beyond the role's requirements.
• Team That Cares: Join a passionate team dedicated to inclusion, empowerment, and making a difference in regional South Australia.
• Real Impact: Every shift, you'll help individuals and families live fuller, more independent lives.

Who We Are

At LAAS, we're a leading disability support provider in regional South Australia, driven by a mission to empower people to live boldly and independently. Our person-centered approach means we work closely with individuals and their families to achieve their unique goals, all while fostering a supportive, inclusive community.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Step into a rewarding role that changes lives. Apply now to become a Disability Support Worker with LAAS and start making an impact in Loxton, SA

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

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