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Disability Support Worker

2 days ago

Adelaide SA, Australia Centacare Catholic Family Services Full time

Join one of the leading disability support providers in SA.

The Role

Centacare Adelaide metro offers an opportunity for an experienced Disability Support Worker (DSW) to join us on a casual basis. We offer a range of services, including a day options program in Plympton and 24/7 supported accommodation services across various locations in the Adelaide metropolitan area, including Elizabeth, Hectorville, Woodville, and Noarlunga. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality direct care services to our clients and supporting them in achieving their personal goals.

Other responsibilities include:

  • Supervise and support clients with daily living activities and personal care needs, either individually or as part of a team.
  • Facilitate community access opportunities for clients, including social events and medical appointments.
  • Maintain accurate documentation to monitor and report on client progress and health care.
  • Implement educational, skill development, and social activity programs for clients.
  • Assist in developing, implementing, and reviewing clients' Individual Support Plans to ensure personalized care.
  • Provide person-centered support tailored to each client's goals and foster increased skill development and independence.

About You

As an experienced support worker dedicated to helping people with disabilities, you will bring a comprehensive understanding of the NDIS Practice Standards and demonstrate a strong commitment to a person-centred approach. Your genuine passion for empowering individuals with disabilities will shine through as you assist them in achieving their goals and fostering the development of new skills.

Other skills and qualifications include:

  • Certificate III in Disability Services or Individual Support or acceptable alternative

OR

  • A commitment to undertake a Certificate III in Individual Support within 6 months of starting, and to complete it within 2 years of employment.
  • Valid (DHS) Working with children check (WWCC) - employers check
  • Valid NDIS Worker Check
  • Valid Australian Driver's Licence
  • Current First Aid and CPR certification
  • Ability to comply with COVID-19 vaccination requirements
  • Completion of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission - New Worker NDIS Induction Modules and Worker Orientation Module
  • Ability to comply with Centacare Policy COVID-19 Vaccination requirements
  • Ability and availability to work outside of normal hours, including weekends, overnights and evenings
  • Must be willing to work extra shifts, as required
  • Willingness to transport clients either in a Centacare Vehicle or your own motor vehicle and comply with the Grey Fleet Vehicle Contract

Desirable

  • Experience working with people with a disability and their families
  • Experience working in community based human service

What's in it for you

  • SCHCADS Award 2010 Level 2 $$32.21 per hour + super + 25% Casual loading
  • Generous salary packaging to help increase your take home pay
  • Rewarding role in a client focused team
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 6 weeks parental leave for primary carer and 2 weeks for secondary carer
  • Private Health Insurance discount

Who we are

Each year, we support more than 30,000 people through community services in metropolitan and regional South Australia, operating within a strong ethical framework. We are client focused and provide support regardless of race, economic circumstance, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious belief or ethnic background. Centacare is a Child Safe, Quality Accredited Organisation and is a registered NDIS provider. We value the uniqueness of individuals, we consult, collaborate and operate with integrity and professionalism. Centacare is committed to cultivating a harmonious workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Equal opportunity principles align with our mission, vision and values. We believe that treating our workers fairly has a positive impact on our clients and maintains our reputation as a great place to work.

To learn more about us, click on the video Disability Services

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter combined as one PDF, outlining how you meet the role requirements outlined in the position description.

Access the position description or submit your application by clicking the Apply button.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Jo Melecio, HR/Recruitment Coordinator on

Kindly note that if you have already submitted an application for this position, you need not reapply.

  • Centacare reserves the right to close the advertisement once the suitable candidate has been recruited.

Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.