Disability Support Worker

JOB TITLE:Disability Support Worker

DATE: From July 2023

REMUNERATION: ($30.61 - $79.07 per hour)

REPORTS TO: Area Manager

At NDiCare our main focus is assisting individuals to reach their full potential. We provide a range of supports to NDIS participants. Formed by a team of professionals with extensive experience in disability, mental health, and community services. We believe that a better service can be provided by developing a skilled workforce with access to career progression and ongoing training. In order to deliver a high quality of service, we aim to have a strong and committed workforce. Flexibility is our middle name, and we strive for consistency when supporting our clients. At NDiCare you will experience a diverse and cheerful workforce, we value experience from all walks of life. We place strong focus on inclusion and understand that everyone has their own story to tell.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

To assist clients in performing daily tasks and improve overall independence and

wellbeing.

Main tasks

• Assist with daily care of clients
• Perform housekeeping duties including cleaning and yard maintenance, food preparation and shopping
• Monitor and assist clients with medication administration
• Support clients to build capacity by addressing NDIS goals
• Perform administrative duties and participate in case reviews to determine the needs and wellbeing of clients
• Record accurate client interactions and case noting
• Following health and safety protocols

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications : Certificate III in disability or Age care (desired but not necessary)

Experience: Practical personal care experience (desired but not necessary)

Skills & competencies:

- Customer service focused: committed to providing exceptional customer service across all channels – written, phone and face to face

- Communication: the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, varying communication style depending upon the audience

- Teamwork: willingness to assist and support others as required and get on with team members

- Time management/organisation: accomplish objectives effectively within time frame given, and carry out administrative duties within portfolio in an efficient and timely manner

- Personal attributes: Professional approach (essential) Confident manner (essential)

Other

- Current Police Check (essential)

- Experience in mental health (desirable)

Phone: 1300 30 77 27

Website: www.NDiCare.com.au

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $30.61 – $79.07 per hour

Schedule:

• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay
• Penalty rates

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Required)
• Working with Children Check (Required)
• National Police Certificate (Required)
• Driver Licence (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)