Disability Support Worker - Narre Warren

Drake Medox is one of the leading names in health and community care in Australia with a network of offices across the country. Our broad service offering in nursing, disability, community and allied health sees us with great roles available across a range of specialities, skill levels and qualifications. Your role: Drake Medox is seeking fun, enthusiastic and dedicated Support Workers within the Narre Warren area. Our male client, living at home with a Spinal Cord Injury, is seeking Support Workers to join his flexible team on an on-going basis. This is a great opportunity for you to make a difference in our client's life, as well as enhance your skills and knowledge with ongoing client specific training. You will need to have excellent communication and engagement skills. The right candidates will be flexible and available to work on a rotating roster throughout the week. Your Duties:
Assist the client with personal care and manual handling 1:1
Full supervision of the client and addressing their needs
Champion and support the client in the home and out in the community
Ability to accompany client to travel (Australia and overseas)
Personal care for high needs clients (showering, continence care and hygiene)
What you will need (or be willing to obtain):
Cert III or IV in Individual Support / Disability or other relevant qualification
Valid Australian Driver's licence
Proof of your right to work in Australia
Current First Aid and CPR certificates
NDIS Worker Screener Check
Nationally accredited Medication Administration certificate
Nationally accredited Manual Handling certificate
Benefits:
Ongoing paid training and upskilling provided by our Clinical Nurses through Drake Medox Training Academy
Work within an established and Global Provider of Complex Care
Flexible working hours for work/life balance
Exceptional above award rates
Backed by a strong management team and 24-hour consultant support
If this position sounds like you, please Apply Now! Alternatively, you can contact us on 1300 360 070 for a confidential discussion.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Drake, we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity. While our journey is ongoing, our shared goal is to create an environment where every individual is respected and valued. We are a community that recognises the strength of diversity.
Right to Work
The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.
Job Snapshot
Date Posted: 18/01/2024
Industry Sector: Community, Social Services & Non Profit
Job Category: Education
Job Location: Narre Warren, Victoria
Work Type: Temporary
Salary Band: 35.00 - 40.00