Disability Support Worker

Allevia Limited - Provides support to people with a disability to enable them to rise above life’s challenges. With services across the south-western Sydney region, we have plenty of work available for people who fit our culture and want to join our dedicated support teams.
 
We’re seeking Support Workers with great people skills, and who are team players.

The key to succeeding in this role is your positive can-do attitude.
About you:

• Are you friendly, empathetic, and good at building lasting relationships?
• Do you want to make a difference in the life of others and be part of their local community?
• Do you have a curiosity to listen, learn and support potential?
• Do you have a passion for people and a genuine interest in responding to the needs of others?
• Are you a good communicator, (written and verbal) as you will be supporting people with varying communication support needs?
• You have the physical capability to carry out a range of manual handling tasks.

About the Role(s)
Part Time or Casual Support Worker role available. The Support Worker will support clients to meet their goals as set out in their NDIS plan. This includes.

• To work on a 24/7 rotating roster which includes days, evenings, awake shifts, sleepovers, and weekend shifts.
• Provide positive outreach support to NDIS Participants with a range of disabilities.
• This includes intensive, flexible, responsive, client focused support with the aim of assisting clients to successfully improve physical and mental health and develop connections with the community and achieve their goals.
• A working knowledge of the NDIS.
• High levels of enthusiasm, initiative, and a positive attitude
• Assisting participants in their needs of daily living including personal care, domestic assistance, social support, transport, etc.
• Use your administration skills to maintain accurate documentation and records of support provided. 

We are very interested in interviewing people who have:

• Fully COVID-19 vaccinated (including Booster).
• A working knowledge of the NDIS.
• A qualification like a Certificate IV in Community Service Work. 
• A current First Aid Certificate and CPR.
• A Working with Children Clearance.
• A NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC) Clearance.
• A Driver's license (CP2 minimum) valid in Australia and access to own vehicle. 
• Australian Citizen or must have Unlimited Work Rights.
• An empathetic attitude towards individuals with disabilities.
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 
• Experience providing personalised support and assistance to individuals with disabilities in their daily activities, including personal care, household tasks, and community engagement. 

If you can't meet the above description, we kindly ask that you refrain from applying for this position. 

Benefits and Salary:

• Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award.
• Salary Sacrifice Options Available for Full Time & Part Time Employees.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive and Inclusive environment.
• Making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. 

About Allevia
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to diversity and inclusion in our organisation.
 
Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, young people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
 
We will be shortlisting applications and interviewing during the advertising period so please apply TODAY.