Disability Support Practitioner Lifestyles

Location

Long Jetty, NSW, Australia

At Cerebral Palsy Alliance, we value diversity, foster an inclusive culture and champion equitable opportunities. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences including people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community.

Join us and make a positive difference to the lives of people with disabilities, and to grow your career as part of our alliance of great minds. Our shared values are Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous.

Working for us we can offer you a competitive hourly rate and amazing benefits

Attractive hourly rate + Super + Penalty RatesAutomatic 25% loading on all casual positionsAccess to salary packaging for permanent staffFlexible working hours and shifts across a 24/7 roster to fit in with your lifestyle$100 per year Well-being Allowance that you can use to enhance your wellbeing (eg: purchase sports equipment, have a massage, take a meditation class)Discounted gym membership for you and your family, using Fitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program Paid Employee Referral Bonus Program, where you can be rewarded for referring a friend that joins CPA. 

And if that isn’t enough, we also offer exceptional training to support you:

You will have comprehensive training throughout your orientation, with ongoing learning and development. This includes:

Specialist training opportunities Buddy shifts with CPA’s experienced Disability Support WorkersOpportunity to complete a nationally recognised qualification such as Certificate III in Individual Support and/or a Certificate IV in Disability. We invest $5,000 in training in your first year 

These exciting community based roles will see you work across various locations in Central Coast including Long Jetty and Wyong. Preferred availability is at least any 2 week days (Between Monday and Friday) and every 2nd Saturday.

Day time shifts between 9AM-4PM, Flexibility to work outside these hours will allow you to get involved in the diverse range of activities and adventures the Lifestyles services include

About the role 

If you are passionate about sharing your hobbies and interests with our clients whilst further developing their social, interpersonal and life skills and encouraging their independence, come join our enthusiastic and high energy Lifestyles teamIn this role, you will assist our clients to participate in their local community by facilitating their involvement in fun and rewarding activities whether it be visiting their local shopping centre, arts & crafts, cooking, yoga and more This is your chance to use your motivational and support skills so our clients feel empowered and fulfilled.This will include working on your own or supporting 2 clients in a one on one support or one to two ratio.

The role also includes :

Supporting clients to build new skills through the delivery of client-centered, innovative programs such as arts & crafts, music, health & fitnessAssisting clients at meal times, with personal care needs i.e. feeding, getting dressed and administering medicationPersonal and domestic assistance for clients at home or in the neighbourhood, including attending appointments, shopping etc

Requirements:

A current NSW Driver's Licence (P2 minimum), access to a car and fully comprehensive insuranceLive locally to the locations mentioned aboveTriple COVID-19 vaccinated

How to Apply

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