Disability Support Worker

Disability Support worker

Spry Support Services is an NDIS provider that specializes in the delivery of high-quality Disability Support services to people in Australia. 

We support children and adults with sensory, intellectual, neurological, physical, and psychiatric disabilities. We offer a range of services to improve your general quality of life assist with daily living requirements and ultimately work with you to achieve your goals.

We are currently seeking a Disability Support Worker to join our team.

We are looking for a client-focused individual, who has a keen interest in the disability sector and looking to work in a supportive and collaborative environment.

About the Role:

The role aims to support our clients with highly complex needs. As a Level-III Support Worker, you will be required to be self-directed and be able to work unsupervised as part of a team, for extended periods. 

Key components of the role include but are not limited to:

• Ethical Behaviour – that is non-discriminatory, respectful, consistent, timely and equitable.
• Communication - Listens effectively, conveys, and receives ideas, information, and direction.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making – Be able to work unsupervised and unbiased.
• Safety - Understands First-Aid, CPR, and WHS principles and can apply these when needed.

What we are looking for from you:

• Commitment to a person-centered work approach
• Passion for working with people with disability. 
• Ability to establish effective and professional working relationships with our clients.
• Experience supporting clients with disability and/or mental health diagnoses. 
• Ability to work across a 7-day roster which includes weekends & sleepovers.
• Highly developed communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate, encourage, and engage clients in all activities.

Essential Criteria:

• Cert IV, Diploma, or University degree in Disability, Individual Support, Youth Work, Community services, or related fields.
• Minimum 2 years of Disability Support work or personal care experience in Australia.
• Working with Children check clearance.
• NDIS Worker Check clearance
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Current Manual Handling, medication certification
• Current South Australia Driver’s License
• Current Police Check
• The legal right to work in Australia.
• MAPA training CPI (Blue Card)

What do we have to offer you:

• Work in a friendly cohesive team environment with ongoing support and training.
• Permanent part-time and casual roles are available for the successful candidate.
• You will have your contribution valued and have opportunities to grow your career with us.

If you are interested in career development and a chance to take on a new challenge, please don't hesitate to apply.  For all inquiries, please email **@sprysupportservices.com.au