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Form of work Disability Support Worker | Individual Supports
Forster, NSW
Casual positions
Own It – How we get the job done
Lifestyle Solutions provide innovative and flexible person-centered support for people living with a disability. Support Worker to assist a customer to become more independent, in their own home and in the community.
As a Support Worker your responsibilities will include:
Mentoring and skill development – guiding customers to explore and develop their personal interests/hobbies
Coaching independent living skills such as cooking, domestic and social skills
Administering medication and adherence to individual support plans
Completing clear, concise and factual handover notes and incident reports
Providing personal care such as toileting, showering, feeding and dressing when required
Helping customers engage with their local communities and culture through access to Community Participation Programs and recreational activities
Make It Matter – What you will bring to make a difference in other’s lives
Be willing to work short shifts in the range of 2-5 hours which includes mornings, afternoons and occasional weekend shifts
Versatile communication skills including the ability to interact with both verbal and non-verbal customers
Current driver’s license and full access to an insured vehicle for transportation of customers if required (mandatory requirements)
Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or be willing to obtain)
Current First Aid Certificate, HLTAID003 (or be willing to obtain)
Up to date Covid Vaccinations
Formal qualifications in Disability, Community Services, or similar, would be advantageous
For more information on these requirements, please click HERE.
Keep Calm and Be Happy – How you will interact with people and other benefits
Joining Lifestyle Solutions will give you the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of your customers. Our team is here because we care, and because of this, we have an enriching and rewarding culture within our teams. Other benefits include:
Hour rate based on SCHADS Award
Team based structure and an inclusive culture
Ongoing training & development
Respect – Who we are and why we do it
We’re people who care. Lifestyle Solutions provides services to people with a disability, young people and children in Out of Home Care, their families, and communities. Our customers receive services designed to meet their everyday needs and support them to achieve their goals. Our national workforce is committed to providing service that is reliable, responsive, flexible, friendly, empathetic, and caring.
We believe everyone is equal.
We stand for everyone in society having equal opportunity and equal respect. We do this by providing our customers access to quality services and dedicated people who make a real difference in their lives. We believe this is everyone’s fundamental right. You can learn more about us here.
Join Us – Next steps
All applications must be lodged online.
For all enquiries regarding this position, please contact Megan Crough, Talent Specialist at megan.crough@lifestylesolutions.org.au
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised closing date.
Lifestyle Solutions requires our disability support workers to be COVID Vaccinated. Successful candidates will be asked to provide government issued evidence of vaccination or an exemption on the required form or as directed.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to diversity and inclusion in our organisation. We welcome diversity in all its forms; applications from under-represented communities and groups are strongly encouraged. We can provide adjustments to the recruitment process if required; please contact the Talent Professional on the number above to discuss how we can help.
Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
