Community/Residential Support Worker

Greener Grass

Community/Residential Support Worker

About Client:

Our Client, Mediheal Disability Services is a registered NDIS provider based in Western Australia, dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling, independent lives. We provide person-centred care and a wide range of supports, including personal assistance, community participation, supported independent living, and life-skills development.

Looking for:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Community/Residential Support Worker to join our team. The Community/Residential Support Worker will play a crucial role in ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of our services to individuals with disabilities. This role involves working closely with clients, families, and support teams to coordinate and implement personalized support plans.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Ensuring effective and efficient delivery of services by coordinating support plans, schedules, and resources, while maintaining a client-focused approach.
• Conducting comprehensive assessments of clients' needs and abilities and developing programs and policies.
• Developing individualized service plans in collaboration with clients and their families.
• Conducting thorough interviews to gain a comprehensive understanding and assess the nature and scope of the challenges faced by the clients.
• Coordinating and facilitating access to a range of support services, including healthcare, welfare, housing, education, employment, and community resources.
• Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure they receive appropriate and timely services.
• Foster partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and community groups to create inclusive opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• Providing guidance on budgeting and financial management, while assisting clients in accessing financial assistance programs.
• Organizing and collaborating with community groups, welfare agencies, government entities to address community issues.
• Referring clients to relevant agencies or organizations capable of offering additional assistance and support.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records, and regularly monitoring clients' progress to ensure effectiveness of programs implemented.
• Prepare regular reports on service delivery, outcomes, and challenges.
• Providing guidance and assisting families and delivering educational and caregiving services for children and individuals with disabilities.
• Assisting young people in resolving social, emotional and financial problems to support their overall development.
• Preparing proposals for funding and resources, and compiling reports for government bodies and various agencies.
• Demonstrating cultural sensitivity and competence while working with clients from diverse backgrounds, addressing their unique cultural needs.

Requirements:

• Diploma, Advance Diploma or Bachelors in a related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of work experience in a related field.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working With Children Check (WWCC).
• Valid Australian Driver's Licence and reliable, insured vehicle.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and commitment to client-centred care.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to promoting the rights and well-being of individuals with disabilities.

Job Type & Salary:

• This is a full-time permanent job.
• The base salary will be AUD 75,000 - AUD 85,000 plus superannuation.

Working Hours:

• Availability to work during evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person