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Form of workOur Purpose Lead the way with services and supports towards a brighter, positive future for our community.
We Invest in you to create meaningful change in the community!
Shift Times available are: 6am-11pm ranging between 2-6 hours
Part-Time Permanent opportunities
Who are we?... Forward Ability Support is a not-for-profit organisation focused in giving people living with spinal cord injury every opportunity to live life on their terms.
Want to see more?... Check out the Every Day Matters News hub through our website!
https://fas.org.au/knowledge-centre/every-day-matters/
You can Read Stories about people in the community and learn about our Team.
Who are we looking for?.. At Forward Ability Support we aim to hire committed and reliable Personal Support Workers with diverse backgrounds to integrate with our range of clients and ensure we can support each clients individual needs and wants.
What will a day in the life of a Personal Support Worker look like?
As a Personal Support Worker you will be providing support driven by clients individual needs and interests. Your Day will be centred around building meaningful relationships with your clients while you assist with their daily routine.
You will assist clients with daily tasks such as:
Mobility and Transfers Helping clients into or out of bed
Showering and hygiene maintenance Getting clients dressed, brushing teeth, hair and other daily personal care.
Toileting Provide bladder and bowel care, including enema insertion and changing catheter bags
Mealtime prep Assist in preparation of meals
Keeping the home tidy and clean
Community access Support clients to visit the shops and other appointments they may have.
Experience required?... We welcome people with all levels of experience!
Whether you have previous support experience or no experience we provide high quality training and support.
We Invest in you!...What can we offer you?
Work life balance
Flexibility to work close to home
Access to the high-quality paid training
Buddy shifts to help you build confidence while learning the role.
Opportunities to further qualifications.
Recognition and rewards based on performance
Excellent career and learning opportunities to upskill you and support your professional growth
Positive, friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace with regular wellbeing events
- Please ensure you meet the below requirements before applying for this role*
Current NSW Drivers Licence and Vehicle
Three Covid-19 Vaccinations, other than candidates who have a medical exemption to the Covid-19 Vaccination
Available to work weekends early mornings and evenings
Smart phone or mobile with internet capability
Current First Aid Certificate or willing to obtain one
NDIS Worker Screening Check or willing obtain one
Commitment and enthusiasm to support people living with a disability in their everyday lives
Ability to problem solve and adapt to changing environments
Is this the opportunity you’ve been looking for?... APPLY NOW!
Forward Ability Support is an EEO Employer and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will be required to consent to a pre-employment health assessment, reference checks and an NDIS Worker Screening check.
For more information, please call us on (02) 8741 5620.
