AddressAre you passionate about supporting individuals with intellectual and cognitive disabilities and/or mental health challenges? Do you possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, and have a genuine desire to help people achieve their goals? If so, we invite you to join our team as a Disability Support Worker with Empowered Disability Support.
Location: Strathpine, Queensland
Seeking a polite, respectable and resilient Support Worker to support a man in his 40's in the Strathpine area. Roster is a consistent 15hrs/week in the evenings and on Saturdays. Ideal for a uni student or similar. Once the ideal candidate/s have been found, pending their skills and availability, other work may be offered as well.
Required Shifts:
Tuesday 2-5pm - Assistance With Daily Living (Cleaning)
Wednesday 2-5pm - Assistance With Daily Living (Shopping)
Thursday 4-6pm - Assistance With Daily Living (Cleaning)
Friday 5-9pm - Community Access
Saturday 9am-12pm Community Access (hours and times vary dependent on Community Access activity).
What the participant is looking for:
- Someone respectful and well mannered
- Someone to help me develop my skills at home and in the community
- I prefer people who are comfortable with the quiet, I mostly prefer to complete my jobs quietly, though will sometimes have conversations while we work
- I work best with people who are gentle yet firm, with good time management and organisational skills
- Someone who is good at coming up with ideas for activities that suit me/ I will enjoy
- Someone who is patient and will wait for me to complete my tasks without hurrying or nagging me
- Someone who has some flexibility in my shift times if I have an appointment or a day off work
- Someone who can drive, as my shifts include being picked up from work and/or accessing the community
Key Requirements:
- Strong communication skills to effectively engage and interact with individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges.
- Excellent problem-solving skills to provide tailored support to meet the unique needs and goals of our clients.
- A commitment to helping individuals achieve their individual goals and lead more independent lives.
- Knowledge of disabilities and mental health to provide empathetic and person-centered support.
- A valid Queensland driver's license.
- Access to a reliable, fully insured vehicle for transportation.
- A Working With Children (Blue Card), and NDIS Worker Screening (Yellow Card) Checks or the ability to obtain one. (Note: A Blue Card is a requirement for working with children and vulnerable adults in Queensland).
About Us:
Empowered Disability Support (EDS) is a small business founded by a Support Worker in Brisbane.
At EDS, we have a passion for working with people living with disabilities to achieve their goals and live their own life. We strongly believe in equity over equality, that is all people should be given the opportunities and support they need to live the same lives as others and the information and learning to be able to make their own decisions.
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Flexible working hours, providing an excellent work-life balance.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support.
How to Apply: If you are enthusiastic, compassionate, and meet the key requirements outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications to *****@empowereddis.com. Be sure to include "Disability Support Worker Application – Strathpine" in the subject line.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
