Disability Support Worker

Who are we?

Ability Options provides disability services to people who need assistance to achieve their aspirations and inclusion the community. We operate services to support people with disabilities and those whose lives are changed as a result of accidents, unemployment and disadvantage.

We are committed to a workplace culture that recognises diversity, equity and human rights. We respect and value the contribution of people from all cultures, backgrounds and beliefs, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people and people with disability.

We are on the lookout for experienced Support Workers to join the team at Port Macquarie

You will have the opportunity to be part of an environment that encourages professional and personal growth as well as further training and career development.

This opportunity is perfect for a candidate that:

• Likes to work on a flexible roster to suit their schedule (morning, afternoon and night shifts available)
• Wants to specialise in the disability sector
• Enjoys building work relationships with community, participants and their families

The Role

Base Location: Port Macquarie, NSW (some travel required across multiple sites)

Employment: Casual

Remuneration: Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010, Level 2, $34.58 per hour + 25% casual loading.

As a Support Worker, you will work collaboratively within the team to support and provide service to participants in line with the values of the organisation. Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Helping participants explore their interests and hobbies through range of programs and recreational activities.
• Transporting participants to events and appointments.
• Admin duties such as completing progress notes, charts and incidental reports.
• Providing personal care including toileting, showering, dressing and feeding as required.

If this is you and you have a genuine passion and caring attitude towards individuals living with disabilities, then we are looking for you to come and work for us

Uni/college students and those looking for career change are welcome to apply.

Essential Criteria:

• Ability and willingness to provide personal care and support activities of daily living in a residential setting
• Willingness to work a 24/7 roster inclusive of active nightshifts
• High level of resilience and emotional intelligence
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated flexibility in methods of alternative and augmentative communication, particularly being able to use active listening skills
• Certificate 3 in Individual Support or related (desirable)
• Current driver licence (minimum P2)
• Have personal mobile device that meets our system requirements, which is typically a device purchased in the last three years
• Experience with supporting participants with complex medical needs, epilepsy (preferred) 
• Satisfactory background checks including NDIS Workers Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011) 
• 12 months experience in a SIL home preferred as you will be supporting clients with challenging behaviours.

Culture and Benefits

Ability Options is a value driven organisation where the people we support are at the centre of everything we do. We have built an inclusive and progressive culture at Ability Options encouraging everyone to continue to learn and develop their career whether that is through coaching and mentoring or leadership training. 

In return for skills and experience, our people receive a competitive remuneration package, access to Fitness passport, employee discounts, a rewards and recognition program and the ability to significantly increase your take home pay with not-for profit salary packaging.

If you are passionate and have the desire to unlock possibilities for those we support, then we would love to hear from you.

If you have any enquiries regarding this role, please contact Senior Manager - Disability Nick Gluckstern-Hill. 

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Ability Options prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, ages and gender including those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people with a disability.

Ability Options is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. All successful applicants are subject to probity and pre-employment checks. Vaccination against infectious diseases is strongly encouraged.