Support Worker

About us

Care With Excellence is a NDIS Registered Provider that prides itself in offering a flexible and individualised care service in home and community settings to people with disabilities, enabling them to live independently and to achieve their goals.

Job Description

The role of a Mental Health Support Worker in Group Home is to provide support to our clients with a disability who require assistance with Medical Appointments, Transportation, Personal care, Domestic tasks such as Menu Planning, Cooking, Cleaning etc. With a strong focus on developing the skills of each individual to live as autonomously as possible within a shared living and one on one environment. Residents are supported each morning and afternoon, overnight and on weekends/Public Holidays by experienced and qualified staff.

We are looking for people who can provide practical and emotional help to others, calling on their own real-life experiences to build rapport and relationships. Your support will enable our clients to remain living independently and comfortably in their own homes/SIL, throughout the Western Sydney.

The Opportunity:

This role will mainly be based in Blacktown LGA and occasionally outside the area. Are you looking for a job which provides flexibility and the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of people with disabilities?

About You:

We require our Care Workers to be reliable, committed, and empathetic individuals to provide quality care as a Support Worker

We look for:

• A can-do attitude and genuine interest in helping others
• Extensive experience with manual handling and working with high intensity participants
• Various hobbies - sewing, arts, gardening, cooking, and scrap booking to name a few
• Experience in various outdoor pursuits and activities
• A practical understanding of hygiene assistance and commitment of care
• Enjoyment in social activities, and one-on-one engagement
• Understanding of physical limitations and a safe, sensible approach
• Creativity, enthusiasm, sensitivity, and emotional stability
• Strong communication and organisational skills - able to manage your time and support clients to do the same in an everyday capacity
• People who have some extra time and appreciate being with others
• Those who have strong work ethics and enjoy being team player
• Commitment to providing responsive and considerate care
• Prioritise punctuality and reliability
• Prioritise individual, family and guardian needs

Qualifications:

· Certificate III in Individual Support, Aged Care, Disability, Community Services or equivalent.

· Diploma in Mental Health (Preferred Not Essential)

Mandatory requirements

• First Aid Certification (Required)
• National Police Certificate (Required)
• Driver Licence (Required)

· Working with Children Check (Required)

• NDIS Worker Screening Check (Required)
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module (Required)

· mental health certificate (Preferred)

· Physically capable of meeting the requirements of the role

• Flexibility to work within a service that provides 24/7 care, this includes weekend work, sleepover and or active night shifts within a fortnightly roster.
• Competent with Microsoft Office suite particularly MS Word and MS Outlook.
• Covid 19 vaccination or the willingness to obtain before commencing employment
• Infection Prevention and Control for COVID-19 Certificate of Acknowledgement

Pre Employment Assessment with drug screen.

· All applicants must have a relevant visa or working rights in Australia.

Next Steps:

If you would like to join our growing community and build a career with Care With Excellence, please submit your resume by using the apply button below.

Please note that this position may be subject to mandatory pre-employment checks.

Schedule:

• Morning Shifts
• Afternoon Shift
• Day shift
• Sleep Over
• Monday to Sunday
• Weekend & Public Holiday availability

COVID-19 considerations: fully vaccinated Included Booster

Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $34.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you have valid driving Licence

Experience:

• Support Worker: 1 year (Required)

Licence/Certification:

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

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person