Albanvale

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Providing direct support to individuals and families with deafness, and high complex care needs, including children.
- Implementing tailored support plans designed to meet the unique needs and goals of each participant, with consideration for their communication preferences (e.g., Auslan or other communication aids).
- Supporting individuals with non-verbal communication through alternative communication methods, including Auslan for clients who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Managing challenging behaviours, including aggression, in a safe and effective manner.
- Assisting clients with daily living activities, personal care, and community participation.
- Building positive relationships with clients, their families, and other support networks, including those who use Auslan or require other communication assistance.
- Documenting client progress, interventions, and incidents in accordance with NDIS guidelines.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external service providers to ensure holistic care and support, including specialists in deafness and communication support.

**Requirements**:

- Minimum of two years of experience working as an NDIS Support Worker, with a focus on deafness, high complex care needs, and early childhood intervention.
- Demonstrated understanding and experience in supporting individuals with autism, deafness, adolescence, and non-verbal communication, including Auslan proficiency.
- Proficiency in Auslan or a strong willingness to undertake training in Auslan to support clients who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Proven ability to manage challenging behaviors, including aggression, in a calm and professional manner.
- Familiarity with NDIS documentation requirements, including note writing and reporting.
- Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, or a related field.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients, including those who communicate using Auslan or other non-verbal methods.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing situations.
- A compassionate and person-centered approach to care and support.

**Benefits**:

- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and training, including Auslan certification.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.

**How to Apply**:
If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of individuals with autism, deafness, and high complex care needs, and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you.

**Job Types**: Casual, Contract
**Pay**: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement

**Schedule**:

- Day shift

**Supplementary Pay**:

- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates

**Application Question(s)**:

- How many hours of work a week are you looking for?

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (required)

**Licence/Certification**:

- National Police Certificate (required)
- Driver Licence (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check & Working With Children Check (required)

**Work Authorisation**: Australia (required)
**Willingness to travel**: 50% (required)
**Work Location**: On the road

**Job Types**: Casual, Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

- Day shift

Supplementary Pay:

- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates
- Performance bonus

Application Question(s):

- How many hours of work a week are you looking for?

**Education**:

- Certificate I - IV (required)

Licence/Certification:

- National Police Certificate (required)
- Driver Licence (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check & Working With Children Check (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 50% (required)

Work Location: On the road

Application Deadline: 21/09/2024