Casual Support Worker

About the Role:

We are currently seeking an experienced Disability Support Workers for our SIL accommodation in Sunshine, Melbourne.

Your role will involve providing in-home supports to our participant and assistance with personal care, meals preparation, medication management, community access, transportation, and companionship.

This role is perfect for someone who is a:

• Fast learner, works under limited supervision, passionate about the work they do and has ability to demonstrate person-centred and positive approach towards supporting and empowering our participants.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, comfort meeting and engaging new people
• Are looking for a consistent and stable routine where you work at least 20 hours each week
• Are looking to commit to at least 12 months in the role so as to ensure a stable and consistent service for your clients
• Confident using basic office technology (Microsoft Teams, email etc)
• Need to use personal mobile phone for shift information, shift logins and information management.

Duties in this role include:

• Providing in-home assistance and supports to participants.
• Assisting with Diabetes Care (Prior Experience and Certificate Essential).
• Assisting with Manual Handling (Prior Experience and Certificate Essential).
• Assisting with skin checks and integrity testing requirements (Prior Experience Essential).
• Assisting with Complex bowel care needs (Prior Experience Essential).
• Assisting with Diabetes Management requirements and administration(Prior Experience Essential).
• Assisting with Catheter care and management(Prior Experience Essential).
• Assisting with personal care tasks such as showering, toileting, dressing, grooming.
• Assisting with medication administration.
• Assisting with meal preparation, feeding as required.
• Assisting clients with challenging behaviours.
• Supporting participants in developing essential life skills and achieving their goals.
• Assisting with transports for appointments and shopping.
• Promoting community engagement and social inclusion.
• Documenting participant progress notes and records.
• Adhering to the participants care plan and NDIS frameworks.
• Understanding participant NDIS Plans, goals, and Care Plans, to ensure shift tasks are met.
• Relaying crucial updates and alerts to the Allocations Team.
• Supporting an inclusive participant-centric culture and proactive approach.
• Contributing to the process of documentation and continuous improvement activities.
• Providing information to and participating in different care teams as appropriate.
• Assisting with domestic tasks such general cleaning and laundry.

To be successful in this role you'll need:

• Valid Right to Work in Australia
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Disability Support Worker
• Minimum 1 year Nursing background
• Minimum 1 year experience in Diabetes Care
• Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Personal Care or above
• Prior Experience in Complex Bowel Care Management, Catheter Management, Diabetes Management and Manual Handling (Any Certification will be beneficial).
• Experience working in SIL house.
• Experience assisting complex clients with behavioural issues.
• Cert IV in Mental Health (preferred)
• Diabetes Care and Management Certificate (required)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
• First Aid Certificate HLTAID011 or HLTAID012 (required)
• CPR Certificate HLTAID009 (required)
• Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle (required)
• Comprehensive car insurance (required)
• Infection and Medication Management Training and Certification (Required).
• Evidence of Covid vaccinations
• Willing to complete the compliance requirements and certifications once successful

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: From $35.15 per hour

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Experience:

• Support worker: 1 year (Required)
• Personal care: 1 year (Required)
• Community Access: 1 year (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person