Address You’re role at St John of God
We are currently seeking applications from enthusiastic and motivated Disability Support Workers to provide the highest level of support to individuals who attend Accord’s Community Engagement Services (ACES) within our Greensborough, Southern & Eastern Melbourne community sites.
As a Disability Support Worker you will be required to work a variety of shift types including morning, day, afternoon and evening shifts. Positions will be offered on a Casual basis with potential for permanency for the right candidate/s, with a variety of hours being offered throughout the week.
The Position
Assist a person or group of people to successfully; carry out day to day activities; maintain the best possible state of physical and emotional well-being; form family and social community connections; and manage their finances.
All caregivers who work in an Accommodation settings will be required to work a variety of shift types including morning, day, afternoon, evening, sleepover and at times when required active overnight support shifts.
Ensure you provide a safe working environment.
Carry out the role of Key Worker as per Accord’s guidelines.
Maintain handwritten and electronic records including but not limited to; file notes and incident reports, case reviews, Person Centered Plans (PCP); OH&S, client and household finances, medical documentation and other relevant documentation with confidentiality and accuracy.
Provide the highest level of support for all clients and ensure each person supported is treated with respect that enhances their personal worth, dignity and rights, at all times.
You will have experience liaising with families and circles of support, service providers and community groups, sound written & communication skills, able to multi-task and work under pressure and capable of working independently with an individual or group of people.
Successful applicants will have fundamental computer skills, a valid Australian Drivers Licence and Working with Children check. Experience in the disability sector and/or possession of a relevant qualification will be highly regarded.
Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer:
Salary: $24.49 to $38.60 per hour + 11% Superannuation
Casual positions available
Greensborough, southern & eastern suburbs
Generous salary packaging options
Up to $15900 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent, or other everyday living expenses
Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses
A welcoming & supportive culture
Flexible work options
Discounts on hospital services & private health insurance
Option to purchase up to two weeks of additional annual leave
Dynamic role in multidisciplinary team
For enquiries contact Lissa Worthington, Manager Workforce Resourcing on (03) 8468 1111
St John of God Health Care embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. We are committed to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable people in our care and proactively take measures to protect children/vulnerable people from abuse.
