Address
Form of workAbout Me
Hello, i am a female in my 30's living with an intellectual disability and borderline personality disorder. I am located in Hackham West and looking for Quality Support Workers to join my team.
I would like a Support Worker with an energetic and positive attitude, who can be fun, vibrant, and promote my independence. I would like someone who can create boundaries to keep me safe and provide my guidance when needed. I am looking for a Support Worker who has a person-centred approach and can listen carefully to my needs, as well as respect my house rules and choices. I am strong minded and looking for someone with patience, understanding and a good listener.
I enjoy being involved in new events, visiting the zoo, swimming, fishing, making crafts and cooking. As well as, learning new things, talking to my friends, listening to music and footy!
If you are someone that has the same interests as me and love cats, i would love to hear from you to discuss this opportunity further.
The Role
I have opportunities to join my team in both a casual and permanent part time basis. My team support me to facilitate my daily life and encourage my interdependence.
I am currently supported on a 1 to 1 roster throughout the day and have passive overnights.
Due to some of the challenges i face, i can find it hard to build trusting relationships.
In this instance, i would require you to show my patience and persistence.
I live with my beautiful cat and it is important to me that you are comfortable around him and can assist me to look after him.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist me with Assisted Daily Living Tasks
- Medication prompts
- Support me to achieve my goals to reach my potential in all facets of my life.
- Support my life skill development through proper implementation of established plans and programs to support the achievement of goal outcomes for me.
- Actively engage in person centred active support.
- Maintain accurate records.
Role requirements
- Outgoing and friendly personality
- Experience in working with people who have complex needs associated with a moderate to severe mental illness and psychosocial disabilities.
- Experience working with people with Mixed Personality Disorder with Antisocial and Borderline Personality Disorder
- Experience managing challenging and aggressive behaviour
- Experience in Positive Behaviour Support Plans and Restrictive Practices (Desirable)
- Demonstrated oral and written communication, and organisational skills
Mandatory Requirements
- Certificate III (minimum) or Certificate IV in Disability, Individual Support (or related)
- Current NDIS Worker Clearance
- First Aid Certificate & CPR
- Driver's license
- Vehicle that will pass a roadworthy test to transport participant.
- Must satisfy all Visa requirements to work in Australia
- Ability to apply computing concepts
The Offer
To get you started, we ensure that you are feeling comfortable and confident in the role. You will be offered full training by CLO which includes buddy shifts with my core team.
Most importantly, you'll have an opportunity to join my energetic team and help me to live my best life. I would hope that we will develop a strong relationship and you will understand my requirements and be able to assist me.
Joining CLO, you will be provided with:
- Supportive and inclusive team environment
- Ongoing training and development support
- Salary Packaging benefits (up to $15,899 p.a tax-free)
- Position with purpose whereby you will be making a difference.
Our Values
- Rights: We value the right of all people to contribute to society, to be valued and respected, to choose and have control over their lives and individuality and to live free from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
- Integrity: We value reliability, honesty, and accountability.
- Relationships: We value the strength of families, friends, and partners in creating an enriched enjoyable life.
- Quality: Delivering excellence.
- Innovation: New ideas and creativity.
About Us
Community Living Options (CLO) is a leading NDIS registered disability service provider. We are a values-focused organisation, who put the people we support first. Established in 1982 by a group of local parents who wanted respite and accommodation for their adult children, we have expanded exponentially because our participants love our services.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, or to find out more, please call the Recruitment Team on 72219550 for a confidential discussion or apply below.
CLO prides itself on being an equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all background, ages, and gender as well as people who identify as First Peoples, LGBTIQ+ and people with a disability.
