Address Position Overview
Are you a fun and energetic Support Worker?
Are you ready to be part of a talented team of Disability Support Workers?
Are you dedicated to making a difference in the Disability Sector?
Are you ready to join our diverse and welcoming team?
• Where everyone works diligently to be a part of the solution!
• Where work / life balance and flexibility is valued
• Where professional development is supported and encouraged
If you have said yes to the questions above then this role may be exactly what you are looking for to progress your career.
Disability care and support with a difference
No matter where you are in your journey, The Tea-Cup Cottage is there for you. We are an experienced disability care provider focused on helping you reach your potential through caring, quality and custom support. We believe that details matter, connecting people with meaningful support in incredibly important, and that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy life the way they want.
The Role
We are recruiting for permanent full time Aged and Disabled Carers. You must able to stand your ground and possess a strong personality. Candidates must be able to work a rotating roster ranging from day, night and weekend shifts.
Position Description
You will be expected to provide a high level of personalised support, care and compassion to a range of both aged and disabled clients in their own home. You will work closely with participants, management and family members to ensure participants are able to enjoy life in a meaningful, safe and caring environment.
Responsibilities
• Taking care of high needs clients
• Provision of personal care and light domestic duties
• Physically capable of hoisting and manual handling
• Complete job tasks in accordance with participant plans in a timely manner
• Write and maintain accurate written records and documentation
Selection Criteria
• Certificate III or IV in Ageing, Disability or similar industry-related qualifications
• Ability to apply understanding of “duty of care” to delivering support services and escalate issues when needed
• Suitable experience in behaviours of concern, ASD, PBSP and strategies and data recordings, restrictive practices and reporting of incidents and unauthorised reportable incidents, and recording of daily occurrences: social, medical and behavioural
• A strong work ethic, a positive outlook and the ability to remain calm and professional while under pressure
• Own reliable transport
• Able to work flexible shifts (day, night and weekends)
• National Police Check, Yellow Card and Blue Card
Work Authorisation:
• Ability to work full time in Australia
Work Location:
• In person
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
