Ndis Support Worker

Assist and Care Providers is dedicated to providing exceptional support and care for individuals with disabilities. We strive to promote independence, enhance quality of life, and ensure the well-being of our clients through compassionate and professional services. Join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support.

ACP are currently seeking **friendly and reliable support worker in Western Melbourne Area**and are keen to speak with applicants who have **at least 1 year of disability support worker experience**and who are committed to delivering quality care for their clients.

Due to ongoing changing client requirements, applicants must be flexible and able to work across a variety of days & hours each week and be willing to travel to client's home as needed.

**Important**:
If you have **at least 1 years' experience** working as a disability support worker, **all your documents** (including a valid NDIS Worker Screening Check, Police Check, First aid/CPR and Working with Children Check)and have a Full driving license, access to a reliable car & comprehensive car insurance **please contact us immediately.**

**Minimum Requirements**:

- **NDIS WORKER SCREENING CHECK, POLICE CHECK, FIRST AID/CPR, WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK, CAR & CAR LICENCE ARE ESSENTIAL**:

- At least 1+ years' experience of working as a disability support worker.
- Experience of working (or lived experience) with people with Autism/ADHD, Mental Health, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Intellectual Disabilities, Mental Health, Dementia & Advance Manual Handling Supports, Behaviours of Concern, Restrictive Practices will be highly regarded.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check, National Police Check, CPR & First Aid, right to work in Australia, 100 Points of ID, Driving Licence and access to a reliable car are essential.
- Cert III Individual Supports, Cert IV Disability and / or Mental Health Care Qualification, or equivalent are preferred.
- Full driving license, access to a reliable car & comprehensive car insurance.
- Ability to communicate, problem solve and use life experience along with integrity, honesty & reliability are critical attributes for this role.

You will be required to attend an induction & training day and ongoing undertake online knowledge & skills development as part of your role.

**Tasks & responsibilities**
- Assist participants with daily living activities (meal prep, etc.)
- Support participants in engaging with community and social activities
- Provide transport and ensure safe travel to community events and appointments
- Promote independence by assisting with life skills development (e.g., public transport, social interaction)
- Follow individualized support plans and track participant progress
- Empower participants to make choices and advocate for their needs
- Respect and accommodate cultural, religious, and personal preferences
- Ensure participant safety and manage risks during outings
- Maintain accurate documentation and communicate progress with the care team
- Collaborate with other support workers and healthcare professionals

**NOTE**:All the roles available include some level of personal care and assistance as a standard part of the disability support worker's role.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $27.00 - $36.00 per hour

Expected hours: 04 - 20 per week

Schedule:

- On call

Application Question(s):

- Do you have access to car with comprehensive car insurance.

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- NDIS WORKER SCREENING CHECK (required)
- Police Check (required)
- Full Driver Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 10/02/2025