Aged or Disabled Carer/Disability Support Worker

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.

Our Organisation

Our motto “Aspiring to deliver uncompromised experiences”

No matter where clients are at in their journey, For Care is there for them. We’re an experienced disability provider focused on helping everyone reach their potential through caring, quality and custom support. At For Care, we believe that details matter, connecting people with meaningful support is incredibly important, and that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy life the way they want.

This exciting 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.

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

• Physically capable of hoisting and manual handling.
• Build strong rapport and trust with the individuals you support and their primary caregivers.
• Provision of personal care and light domestic duties
• Complete job tasks in accordance with participant plans in a timely manner
• Write and maintain accurate written records and documentation
• Taking care of high needs clients

About You

• Certificate III or IV in Disability or similar industry qualifications.
• Experience supporting clients with dementia.
• experience supporting clients with high mental health and challenging behaviours.
• Personal care experience.
• Confident in building rapport with client and key stakeholders.
• Ability to apply understanding of ‘duty of care’ to delivering support services and escalate issues when needed.
• A strong work ethic, a positive outlook and the ability to remain calm and professional while under pressure.
• Own reliable transport.
• National Police Check, Yellow Card and Blue Card.

If you relate to this exciting role, and would like to be a member of our amazing team, we look forward to speaking with you soon.