Community Support Worker

1 week ago

Stepney, South Australia disAbility Living Inc Full time $43,500 - $91,500 per year
  • Casual shifts across Adelaide Metro
  • Hourly rates starting at $43.65 per hour
  • Salary packaging available up to $15,900 of your salary, reduce your taxable income
  • Excellent staff benefits - Discounted Private Health Cover, Financial Wellness Program, Perkbox Membership

About Us

DLi is a leading provider of disability support services in South Australia. For more than 40 years, we have supported South Australians to live the life they choose through a broad range of services. We deliver these services with knowledge, experience, diligence and enthusiasm. Services include:

  • Supported Independent Living
  • In-home Support
  • Behaviour Support
  • Social & Community Participation programs
  • Short-Term and Medium-Term Accommodation

Our clients also benefit from our mature approach to disability service provision through our Quality and Safeguarding Team which is responsible for driving a culture of industry best practice and compliance within the organisation, setting us apart from our competitors. The team provides specialist NDIS, psychological and legal compliance advice and support to our staff, managers, team leaders and support workers, ensuring that our clients best interests are at the centre of everything we do at all times and our service delivery is of the highest standards.

Our highly trained, person-centred team is equipped with the necessary resources to fulfil our client's needs seamlessly. From the initial onboarding process to the delivery of our services, clients have a designated point of contact, ensuring continuity and personalised assistance at every step.

Our Values

Everything we do at DLi is underpinned by our values. These are:

  • Impactful: We have a positive impact, supporting people to thrive and succeed.
  • Joyful: We create a positive environment, taking great delight in supporting others to flourish.
  • Connected: We take the time to build strong connections so that people feel supported, valued and safe.
  • Supportive: We are kind, understanding and encouraging of people's goals and aspirations.
  • Genuine: We are sincere, honest, respectful and fair.

Your Experience

You will bring a person-centred approach, placing the person at the centre of their service. You will work collaboratively, tailoring your approach to the needs of the individual. You will quickly establish rapport with clients and their families and have clear and effective communication skills. You will have excellent attention to detail and accuracy in case notes and record-keeping. You will be comfortable supporting clients with intellectual/physical disabilities, high medical needs, mental health diagnosed or high behavioural concerns.

Position details

DLi has a dedicated Community Support Worker casual team who pick up shifts across our Adelaide Metro sites that cover Social and Community Participation (both group & individual supports) and In home Support.

It is essential that you are willing and able to use your own private vehicle to transport clients during supports.

Your Availability

We have casual shifts available during the week (Monday - Friday).

We are looking for staff that are available to work at least one day a week, Monday to Friday, 7am - 4pm, and for shorter shifts of 2-3 hours during morning and daytime. Wherever possible we will link shifts together.

This is a casual role, and shifts are offered on an as-needs basis within the Adelaide Metropolitan area.

What's in it for you?

At DLi, we offer you training and professional development and a competitive hourly rate. You will be joining DLi as we continue to build our services in line with our new Strategic growth plan. Most importantly, a role where you see the difference you are making

Some of the perks DLi offer to staff:

  • You'll have access to ongoing professional and career development opportunities to help you grow and advance.
  • Benefit from comprehensive recruitment and induction programs, giving you the best start in your role.
  • Receive generous remuneration with above-award rates, recognising the importance of your role and contributions.
  • Take advantage of salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay by up to 6-12%
  • For permanent staff - access the Beyond Bank Employee Care Program, including financial wellbeing tools, expert consultants and discounts at over 4,000 of your favourite brands.
  • Enjoy discounted corporate Private Health Cover through our partnership with Medibank, supporting your health and wellbeing.

Recruitment Process

  • Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a phone interview and then, if successful, to a face-to-face interview.

Role Requirements

  • A minimum of Certificate III, IV or diploma in Disability, Individual Support, Nursing or equivalent.
  • Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
  • Current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
  • Medication Administration, Infection Control and Mealtime Management certificates will be highly preferred and if not, willingness to obtain these will be required.
  • Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
  • Current Manual Handling certificate.
  • Evidence of right to work in Australia.
  • A full Australian Driver's Licence.
  • Current CPI training (within 12months) - highly desirable.
  • Epilepsy with Midazolam certificate - highly desirable.
  • Safe Environment for Children and Young People Training - highly desirable.
  • Ability and willingness to drive and use pool vehicle or own vehicle to transport clients during supports - Essential.

DLi considers gender to be a genuine occupational requirement for this position under Division of the SA Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

DLi is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a diverse workforce. DLi is committed to improving and sustaining employment outcomes for people from diverse backgrounds.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

We are on an exciting journey, and we invite you to apply to join us on the ride

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