Disability Support Worker - Permanent Shifts - Lifestyle Choices South

Due to exciting growth at Able Australia, we have new opportunities at our Day Services programs located in Moonah.

Able Australia provides day programs throughout the week that are focused around individual and group activities that encourage participation and choice and have a key focus on person-centred support.

In this role we provide social interaction, safety, personal care and overall enjoyment. We promote independence and seek to support our clients to develop a variety of social and life skills. We encourage our clients that have a range of disabilities to engage within their community to develop skills, independence and friendships based on their hobbies, interests and goals set within their NDIS support plans.

We are looking for applicants who enjoy getting involved in activities like swimming and outdoor games and will have an innovative approach to working with our clients to ensure that they have an enjoyable experience with us every day. There will be some personal care involved, and the possibility of travel to different locations for activities. Experience with complex support needs would be advantageous.

This role can be incredibly rewarding as you enrich the lives of others, improving their engagement with the community, and be an integral part of their journey towards 'Better Days, Every Day'.

Skills and experience required to be successful in this role:

Essential:

• Experience working in the Disability sector preferably in a Day Services setting
• Intermediate computer skills (ie: using Microsoft Outlook, documentation in a client management tool/CRM, Carelink +)
• Experience providing personal care to people with disabilities
• Flexibility in your availability. Shifts will be between 9.00am - 3:00pm during the week, with the possibility of weekend or afternoon shifts
• Right to work in Australia
• Working with Vulnerable People check with NDIS endorsement / willingness to obtain
• Valid / current First Aid & CPR / willingness to obtain 

Highly regarded and desirable:

• Medication Training
• Competence in providing Active support to client
• A relevant qualification in Disability, Aged Care, Individual Support, Allied Health, Mental Health or working towards it.

 At Able Australia we offer:

• Opportunity to work for a growing organisation that demonstrates industry leadership
• Ongoing training opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills
• Attractive Salary Packaging benefits
• Access to Able Rewards, our recognition and wellness program, offering huge immediate savings to hundreds of retailers including Health Insurance.
• Continuous support and supervision to enable you to develop and progress.

About Able Australia:

For over 50 years we have been delivering innovative support services to people with multiple disabilities and deafblindness, across Victoria, Tasmania, ACT, and South East Queensland. 

Committed to the values of Trust, Respect, Excellence and Kindness, we provide high quality supports that reflect evidence-based best practice. We strive to provide the best quality care, achieving ‘Better Days Every Day’.

How to apply:

Please click on the APPLY NOW button and complete the online application form, attaching your updated resume. 

Applications close 5pm Monday 1st July 2024. 

Please CLICK HERE to view the Position Description.

If you have any further questions please contact Jess Brown – Area Manager Day Services at **********@ableaustralia.org.au