Disability Support Worker

Young Mindz Australia provides a range of services for people of all ages and disabilities. Working for Young Mindz is an opportunity to work alongside leading professionals in the Disability Support, and care sector whilst bringing our philosophy - ‘Empowering positive mindsets, emotional safety and life skills to thrive'. Young Mindz is an energetic values-based organisation that delivers support through personal care as well as adventure and activities. Our Mentor Programs are inspired by mindfulness and meditation coaches, and breathwork facilitators to promote emotional and psychological development. We're leaders in growth mindsets, anxiety reduction and communication to help people build confidence and self-esteem. 

Role tasks & responsibilities 

• Assist participants with personal care and support, plus development of life skills.
• Ensure supports are provided to assist participants to achieve their goals.
• Assist participants to resolve points of crisis in their lives.
• Assist participants to access mainstream and community supports.
• Promote growth mindsets, positive mental health and emotional resilience to people through adventure therapy and mindset programs.
• Nurture a positive environment that is fun and engaging while participating in outdoor activities and community events.
• Encourage and build confidence through positive self-talk, affirmations, mindfulness, breathwork, emotional regulation tools and programs. (training provided)
• Support participants to strengthen their informal networks.
• Complete progress notes and NDIS service billing in line with key performance indicators.  

Expected behaviours and personal attributes

• You are inspired by creating positive social impacts.
• You can remain calm under pressure and can manage competing priorities.
• You have excellent communication skills.
• You are committed to the highest ethical standards.
• You have good organisational and time management skills.

Qualifications & experience

• You will have a minimum of 2 years experience in a support role with disability, aged care or home care.
• Experience working with high intensity and complex needs disability participants
• You have valid First Aid and CPR (or are willing to obtain them)
• You hold a valid Working with Children Check (or are willing to obtain one)
• You will have a current driver's licence and registered vehicle
• You will have strong leadership skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with technology.
• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training provided
• A Certificate IV in mental health is ideal but not mandatory