Support Worker

1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Autism Sa Full time

**"This is an exciting job opportunity for enthusiastic, reliable and passionate female support workers"**

Autism SA has a strong and rich history of being a recognised leader in providing specialised services to autistic individuals, their families, and the broader community.

When you join Autism SA you'll get to work with dedicated and passionate staff who are driven to support autistic people to live the life they choose in an inclusive society.

Working alongside experienced colleagues from a variety of professions, you'll have access to an extensive knowledge base and development opportunities, giving you the chance to fuel your professional growth, expand your skills, and provide the highest quality of care to clients and their families.

We are seeking dynamic, committed, and experienced team members who can deliver the highest quality, person-centred support to our clients. Above all, we seek team members who strive to develop close-knit relationships with clients and their support team, and who celebrate with them for every milestone reached, big or small.

**Due to the nature of the needs of the client, it is a requirement of the job for the worker to be female.**

**The client**
Our client is a 9-year-old female living in the Northern suburbs who is actively supported 24/7 with Department of Child Protection (DCP) support. She is a quiet and shy young girl who likes, quiet time, writing stories, Hello Kitty, sharks, going to the beach, gardening, exploring, and playing outside. She responds well to predictable routines and regular and consistent staff, so staff members who are willing to make long-term commitments to her support would be highly regarded.

**There are multiple permanent part-time and casual positions available.**

**What we offer**:

- Job Satisfaction as every day you make a genuine difference in people's lives
- Work in collaboration with our highly skilled team with ongoing mentoring
- Access to internal training activities
- Full salary packaging benefits

**What you need to succeed**:

- Be a passionate, reliable, and dedicated support worker who is looking to grow and further develop your skills
- Strong ability to work collaboratively with others to ensure a consistent approach to enable clients to reach their goals.
- Experience in working with behaviours of concern and implementing Positive Behaviour Support strategies and plans.
- Knowledge of the autism spectrum and effective strategies for support.
- Experience supporting clients in their homes and the community
- Experience supporting young people to develop independent living skills
- Familiarity with Active Support principles Experience or knowledge of alternative communication methods

**Essential requirements**:

- A minimum Certificate IV in Disability or Youth Work, relevant industry/personal experience will also be considered
- National Police Clearance within the last 3 months
- NDIS Worker Screening Check and DHS Working with Children Check
- Availability to work over a 7-day roster including active/passive nights and weekend work.
- Full Australian Drivers Licence
- Completion of NDIS worker orientation module
- First Aid and CPR training
- Child Safe Environment training
- Assist with Medication training
- DCP Psychological Assessment (successful applicants will be supported with this process)

Autism SA is committed to improving and sustaining employment outcomes for people from diverse backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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