Disability Support Worker- Cairns

• 95 bruce highway Edmonton QLD from $30 per hour (includes loading)
• Supportive & Inclusive workplace culture
• Be part of a skilled team and establish yourself in a rewarding role
• contact on 1300 025 308

About the opportunity:Dimention Support Australia is currently looking for committed, caring and professional individuals to join our Supported Living Team in Cairns FNQ on a Casual basis. A variety of shifts is available and would suit those living in the local area.

Typical duties might include:

• Supporting customers to develop and maintain independence whilst providing support where needed;
• Supporting customers with daily living including personal hygiene (showering, oral care, shaving) medication administration, attending appointments, transport, engaging in activities of their choice at home and in the community and following their individual plans to help best support each person;
• Engaging with customers in a positive manner to help brighten their day and assist them with any challenges they may be facing;
• Undertaking various household tasks including cooking, cleaning, shopping and helping the customers keep their house a home.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience supporting customers with Dementia, challenging behaviors, epilepsy, mental health challenges, and complex medical needs;
• A commitment to supporting and promoting the individual needs of our customers;
• Well-developed communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to develop positive relationships with our customers and to support each person as per their individual needs and care plans;
• Proficient report writing with the ability to complete accurate shift notes and objective incident reporting as required.
• Flexibility to work casual shifts on a 24/7 rotating roster - including morning, afternoon and active night shifts, as well as weekend and public holiday shifts;
• NSW Police Check
• NSW Working With Children Check
• NDIS Worker Check
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate
• A current Australian Driver's Licence

We will be actively short listing during the advertising period so please don't hesitate to apply.We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes or applications. Himalayanvilla is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited agency resumes or applications.Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Dimention Support Australia actively promotes diversity and inclusion in our recruitment process and throughout your employment. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, people with a lived experience of disability and care.

Part-time hours: 20 per week

Job Types: Casual, Subcontract, Permanent, Part-time

Salary: $30.00 – $45.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Shift work

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• Working with Children Check (Preferred)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (Preferred)
• National Police Certificate (Preferred)
• Driver Licence (Preferred)

Dimention Support Australia

Phone: 1300 025 308 | 02 9259 9***

Mobile: 0402254***

Email: *****@mydsa.com.au

590 Parramatta road Petersham NSW 2049

53 Derby Street Rooty Hills NSW 2765

www.mydsa.com.a