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Salary- Permanent Part Time / Casual position
- Join a NFP organisation with an authentic culture that places participants first and priority on quality of support.
- Over a 24hr 7-day a week roster – including sleep overs.
Support worker permanent rate = $31.73 - $63.46 depending on nights worked + leave entitlements + allowances + super + salary packaging
Support worker casual rate = $39.66 -$72.56 depending on nights worked + allowances + super + salary packaging
About the Opportunity
HomePlace provides support to people who live independently and in supported accommodation. We are looking for caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic Support Workers who have a strong social conscience and genuine commitment to improving the lives of people living with a disability.
Supporting people on an individual basis may require:
- Assisting individuals with identifying and achieving their personal goals
- Personal care including toileting, showering/ bathing, dressing and other personal hygiene tasks
- Teaching and modelling appropriate social skills.
- Housekeeping
- Behaviour support
About You
We are looking for Support Workers with:
Essential:
- Current NDIS Screening Check or willing to apply for one (this is an essential requirement)
- Cert III in Disability or Individual Support or currently in the process of studying
- Experienced in the disability field and a strong communicator.
- Current Provide First Aid and Provide CPR training certificates.
- NDIS New Worker Induction module and NDIS Quality, Safety and You Orientation Module Certificate (this can be completed)
- Have had 3 doses of the COVID Vaccination or willing to have (this is an essential requirement)
- South Australian drivers’ licence, and
- A reliable vehicle that you can use for work purposes.
- Manual Handling training - if you don't have this currently you will need to complete before you start.
- Experience with Behaviours of Concern
- Experience with high level health care needs
- Assist with Medications training.
- Experience in providing high-level supports such as catheter care, administering intermittent catheters, bowel care and PEG feeding.
- Stoma care training
- An in-depth understanding of person-centred thinking and be able to demonstrate how you put that into practice in your work.
- Ability to understand the vulnerabilities and needs of people with a disability and the issues faced by their families.
- Commitment to rights of people with disabilities
- Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality and privacy.
- Ability to work independently (without other Support Workers attending the same shift) and be confident in providing services/support to clients in their homes.
- Join an exciting organisation in a rewarding sector – be a part of their passionate culture for service quality and continuous improvement!
- Work in a diverse and collaborative environment surrounded by a passionate and respectful team.
- Salary packaging benefits available to increase your take-home pay.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Regular client-centred social events which drive an inclusive, fun, and supportive culture!
HomePlace Living Supports, supports people who live independently in their own homes and to be part of their community and enable individuals to be safe and supported to make continuous improvements in their quality of life.
HomePlace is an organisation built on the belief that every individual has the right to a secure home and active participation in the life of the community. HomePlace aims to set the standard in providing responsive, personalised, empowering support for people with intellectual disability. Their work and culture attract people with a strong social conscience and genuine care for improving the lives of people with a disability.
For more information about HomePlace please go to www.homeplace.com.au
Are you ready to join a friendly, welcoming and well-structured team? - Apply Now!
If you have any queries please email humans(at)humanologyrecruit.com.au in the first instance, or call 1300 2 HUMAN.
To apply, please ensure you click the Apply button, upload a CV and cover letter contained in one document. Please do not email your CV. All applications MUST be made online
Please Note: Our recruitment process will keep you regularly informed of the progress of your application. Please ensure that you check your email for updates (including your junk mail folder). Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed.
