Disability Support Worker

Expert Care Community Service is currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our growing team. This is a meaningful and rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of individuals living with disabilities.

We are specifically looking for Support Workers based in Victoria, Australia, who are passionate about empowering others and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support.

About Company:

Expert Care Community Service is a trusted and growing provider in the disability sector, continually expanding to meet the needs of our community.

We are proud of our dedication to delivering high-quality, person-centred support. Our vision is to empower individuals with disabilities to reach their full potential by promoting independence, inclusion, and meaningful participation in everyday life.

Job description:

We are currently hiring multiple Disability Support Workers to support NDIS participants across Victoria. In this role, you will work within the community, delivering a range of person-centred supports aimed at helping participants achieve their goals and build greater independence.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work with a diverse group of individuals, including those with complex needs. Your support will focus on developing daily living skills, enhancing social and community engagement, and providing personal care and domestic assistance.

Details of the role

Type: In-home care support and community access.

Employment: Casual roles available

Salary: $30 to $40 per hour (Based on qualifications and experience/s)

Location: Hillside Victoria, Australia

Mandatory:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check and/or Working with Children Check.
• First Aid & CPR Certificate
• Police Check
• Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination
• Drivers license and personal vehicle
• Fluent English skills

Key duties:

• Supporting participants in achieving their NDIS Goals while maintaining dignity and respect.
• Maintaining an understanding of participants' needs and overall well-being, with a focus on high-care support requirements.
• Providing personal support, including medication administration, personal hygiene, and ensuring an acceptable level of appearance for their chosen activities.
• Communicating and engaging with participants in a meaningful and relevant manner, while also encouraging them to interact with others.
• Assisting with daily living skills such as cooking, budgeting, and social skills.
• Facilitating community participation by accompanying participants to activities and outings.
• Ensuring accurate documentation and accountability of all supports and services provided through our rostering app, case notes, and incident reporting.
• Performing basic housework tasks such as cleaning and meal preparation.
• Implementing goals, as required.

Essential for the role:

• Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, or a related field, is desirable but not necessary.
• Experience working one-on-one with people with disabilities who may have complex medical needs.
• Experience working 1:1 with people with disabilities who may present with challenging behaviours.
• A valid Australian driver's license.
• A reliable vehicle with car insurance.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening, or willingness to obtain one.
• A valid First-Aid and CPR Certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC), or willingness to obtain one.
• Current Police Check, or willingness to obtain one.
• Values that align with Expert Care Community Services.
• Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, and listening.
• Problem-solving abilities and a creative, innovative mindset.
• Flexible availability to work a range of shifts during the week, overnight, and occasional weekends.

If you like the sound of this role, we'd love to hear from you Please apply now, with a cover letter and CV

Please note that if you haven't heard from us, please accept that your application at this time has been unsuccessful.

Employer questions your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Do you own or have regular access to a car?
• Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Do you have a Certificate III in Individual Support?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?

Experience:

• Support worker: 1 year (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• Working with Children Check (Preferred)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (Preferred)
• National Police Certificate (Preferred)
• Driver Licence (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $30.00 – $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Travel reimbursement

Work Location: In person