Disability Support Worker

St Jude's has been one of the more innovative and leading service providers for people with disability and psychosocial needs in Australia since 1982. In recent times, our organisation has been experiencing substantial growth as a direct result of the quality of the services we provide. Our significant experience in service delivery is reflected through 40 years of providing quality services and maintaining the highest of standards for our clients.

Role Summary

The role of the Disability Support Worker is to work with clients who reside within accommodations provided by St Jude's. You will work closely with multiple clients, developing rapport and forming a lasting, meaningful professional relationship with them. You will work within the NDIS funding framework, assisting them to achieve their goals, increase their independence and participation within the community. You will provide support to people with disability and/or psychosocial needs, enabling them to undertake all aspects of daily living.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Providing assistance with ADL's such as toileting, showering, dressing, cooking and cleaning
• Providing individual support to clients with psychosocial requirements
• Assisting clients with social outings, shopping trips and appointments
• Liaising with the families and representatives of clients as required
• Promoting positive behaviours, learning experiences and skill development

Within this role you will either work day shifts (~0700-1600) or afternoon shifts, which includes 8 hours of sleepover allowance (~1545-0715). The more shifts you have availability for, the more roles we can consider you for!

Skills, Attributes and Experience

The ideal candidate will pride themselves on their ability to deliver person-centered care that values the choice and goals of the client. They will have the people skills to build and maintain meaningful, lasting relationships with their clients. They will also work closely with their fellow Support Workers at the house, as well as your coordinator, to maintain accurate progress notes and reports, develop individualised care plans and problem solve for issues that develop within the house.

Key criteria includes:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Valid driver's licence and a reliable vehicle
• WA Working with Children Check
• Previous experience as a Support Worker in the health/disability sector or a relevant Cert III qualification is highly desirable but not essential
• Previous experience working with clients who live with mental health issues will be highly regarded

St Jude's Health Care Services are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If the above opportunity is one that excites and encourages you, we would welcome and encourage your application. If your application is selected for progression then we will be in touch to discuss it with you soon.