Support Worker

3 weeks ago


Cairns, Australia Endeavour Foundation Full time

Support Worker

Permanent part time and casual support worker roles available in Cairns, QLD Encouraged and supported ongoing professional development and diverse career opportunities Rewarding role, make a difference to the lives of people living with disabilities 24/7 SIL house, morning, afternoon, overnight and weekend work. 

To be considered for this role you must be available to do shift work including overnights, sleepovers and weekend work.

Who is Endeavour Foundation?

Endeavour Foundation support people with disabilities to live, learn, work and flourish according to their own interests and priorities. We are people working together, making possibilities a reality for people with a disability, and for people seeking employment, education and training opportunities We focus on ability, on dreams, goals and potential. 

Endeavour Foundation is one of Australia’s largest employers of people living with disability, so being inclusive and diverse is not just an aspiration, it is who we are Fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of everything we do and getting it right goes hand in hand with living our organisational values and our purpose of making possibilities a reality.

What can Endeavour Foundation offer you?

Salary Packaging Benefits Package up to  $15,900  of your annual salary tax free. Less tax = more take home pay for you In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to  $2,650  of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.) An Employee Assistance Program - a free and confidential counselling service available to all staff and their family members Discounts on Corporate Private Health Insurance Plans, whitegoods and appliances Paid Parental Leave Reward and Recognition Program Free flu vaccinations 

What can you expect in a typical day working as a Support Worker?

We support people in their homes and into the community, providing them with the opportunity to live their best lives and to fulfil their goals and dreams. You will provide home based support such as meal management and personal care, where required, and transport the people we support into the community for appointments and activities.

Don't worry if you don't have any prior Support Work experience, we will provide comprehensive training, including buddy shifts, to ensure you have everything you need to succeed in your role

Day to day duties will include:

Helping people to achieve their NDIS goals by developing important daily skills such as housekeeping, personal care, social skills and budgeting Assisting with aspects of personal care where required to meet the individual needs of the people we support Supporting with meal planning, cooking, light cleaning and facilitating community connection by socialising and going on outings Providing support during daily activities such as going for a walk, going to the movies or accompanying to an appointment Helping the people we support to maintain a connection to their family, friends, and services

What do you need to become a Support Worker?

A passion for working in disability services and eager to learn all the skills and knowledge to become a fantastic Support Worker You are a true people person who is passionate, patient, empathetic and resilient  Flexibility to work various shifts including days, evening, early morning, weekends and sleepovers (penalty rates apply) The capacity to meet the physical requirements as some manual handling tasks may be involved Commitment to privacy and confidentiality  Good computer skills and experience using Word, Excel and Outlook A Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) would be great but it's not a "must"  Experience with high behaviours would be great but not a "must"

What clearances/checks do you need?

Hold or be willing to obtain a  Working with Children Check (Blue Card)  & a  NDIS Worker Screening Check  (previously a Yellow Card) Hold or be willing to obtain a  First Aid  and  CPR  certificate Willing to undertake a  "Fit2Work" National Criminal History Check  (should you be successful) Open  Driver's  License with comprehensive insurance to transfer them into the community

How can I join Endeavour Foundation?

You can register your interest in joining Endeavour Foundation by simply clicking  ‘Apply’ below and you’ll be guided through a short application form. We can’t wait to hear from you


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