Disability Support Worker

24 hours ago

Loganlea, Queensland, Australia Kinetic Care Solutions Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

We are URGENTLY hiring Disability Support Workers and Enrolled Nurses for community access, personal care, in-home care and occasional SIL cover.

WE ARE HIRING FOR CLIENTS LOCATED IN LOGAN AND SURROUNDS, SCENIC RIM, GOLD COAST AND BIRKDALE

The successful candidate/s will be joining an active, passionate, multicultural and diverse workforce that take pride in what they do.

Reliability and communication skills are a must. Some shifts are short notice or sick leave cover.

Skills and Experience - preferred

· Previous experience and/or qualifications within the disability sector, mental health speciality, or with neurodiverse participants.

· For Disability Support Workers- Education in a relevant area – minimum Certificate III in Disability, Community Services, Aged Care or Individual Support, or currently completing health-related undergraduate bachelor's degree (Nursing, Paramedicine, Allied Health, Social Sciences).

· Previous experience in supporting participants aged 7 and above with disabilities- including but not limited to- ADHD, ASD, Aspergers, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Drug Induced Psychosis, Depression, Anxiety and Complex PTSD.

· Experience in dealing with complex and challenging behaviours, aggressive behaviour management, verbal de-escalation, restrictive practices (if required), manual handling/hoisting and medication assistance will be highly regarded.

· Ability to maintain strong professional boundaries, follow directions and follow PBSP/safety plans.

· Exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills is a must. Notes will be written per shift, and thorough reporting is required.

On-the-job and extra training/upskilling will be provided by an experienced and qualified Clinical Nurse Consultant, and 24/7 support is available.

All required documentation should be completed before applying:

  • Yellow card/NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • Blue card/ Working With Children Check
  • Own reliable car/transport/comprehensive insurance and able to show same and AUS drivers licence
  • Criminal history check in the last 12 months
  • For Registered/Enrolled Nurses- AHPRA registration without restrictions
  • Relevant vaccinations
  • Rights to work in Australia/VISA
  • 2 references that will respond to appropriate checks via email or phone
  • Certificate III in Individualised Support or completing a relevant qualification.
  • Manual Handling Certificate is desirable.

Your Personal Attributes:

· Ability to maintain a tenacious, yet empathetic and steady composure in the event of challenging situations.

· A warm and nurturing nature.

· A positive can-do attitude.

· Ability to build rapport and engage with participants in a positive way.

· Ability to work in a team as well as individually.

· A strong sense of responsibility and accountability.

· Able to think outside the box and be creative.

· The ability to work a rotating shift work roster is a must.

Duties and responsibilities may include:

· Personal care: showering, dressing, and grooming if needed.

· Medication assistance.

· Domestic assistance: light household cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.

· Community Access: social activities, grocery shopping.

· Assistance in travelling to medical appointments.

· Supporting clients in the use of mechanical aids and personal equipment including wheelchairs, manual or electric hoists, slide sheets, moving boards and handling belts.

· Supporting clients who have mental health and medical challenges.

· Supporting clients with complex and/or challenging needs.

· Follow the company policies and procedures and code of conduct.

· Monitoring the well-being of clients reporting and documenting on their progress (will require a smart phone or ipad/laptop for same).

· Participate in training, team meetings and inservices as required.

Enrolled Nurses and Registered Nurses will be required to perform duties within their scope of practice (if allocated for nursing shifts)- including but not limited to

  • Catheter/bowel care
  • Wound management
  • Pressure area care
  • General nursing cares
  • Medication administration

Access to extra training is available, if required.

About us

We are a passionate and caring company with skilled healthcare staff incorporating years of experience in the public sector combined. We aim to exceed expectations in care, providing individualised, goal oriented and unstigmatised care to participants within the NDIS sector.  We are an equal opportunity employer and value all applicants without bias in any way, and all that can fulfil the requirements above are welcome to apply.

We offer our staff

  • Fortnightly pay
  • Superannuation
  • Professional indemnity and public liability insurances
  • 24/7 consult line by an experienced Registered Nurse
  • On-the-job training and upskilling
  • Automated shift management software
  • Family-friendly flexible rostering
  • Supportive, non-judgmental working environment
  • The potential of a move to permanent contract after a period of demonstrated ability and commitment to the position
  • Remuneration as per SCHADS 2.1/Nurses Award 2020

Please apply on seek with your attached resume and cover letter.

Direct any questions or enquiries- to

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate entitlement to work in Australia, and to disclose any pre-existing injury or disease which may be adversely affected by undertaking the inherent requirements of the position.

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