Support Worker - Parmelia

Hourly rates ranging from $24.49- $33.22 + super + travel

• Permanent Part Time position with flexible shifts available
• Large Perth NFP offering regular training and opportunities
• Increase your take home pay with salary packaging up to $18,550pa

About AVIVO

We work in partnership with people and families who need individualised support services due to disability, ageing or mental ill-health.

Avivo are looking for experienced Support Workers to support customers to remain living in their own home and stay connected to the community. This Parmelia team works across a range of shifts and are required to work either early mornings, during the day, occasional overnight and weekend supports . We will provide you with all the training required for this position, all you need is a positive can-do attitude!

Duties will include:

• Personal care including showering and assist dressing
• Domestic assistance
• A range of clinical care - including administering medication
• Manual tasks such as hoisting
• Social support including assistance with trips in and around the community
• Regular communication and engagement with your local team

On the job training and buddy shifts are provided to the successful candidates to develop competency across a broad range of skills!

You'll need:

• A valid driver's licence and a reliable vehicle (essential)
• Ability to facilitate people to develop and sustain their own social connections and relationships
• Good understanding of strength based practice and how to apply it
• Excellent communication skills and a can do attitude to help ensure our customers receive flexible and individualised support
• Availability to attend mandatory and paid training during the week
• Current NDIS Worker Screening check or willingness to obtain one

• Must be available to support on Mondays

  • Saturdays 7am
  • 7pm, however these particular shifts require to be filled urgently
  • Monday 4.00pm
  • 6.30pm , Wednesday 10.00am
  • 3.00pm & Friday 3.00pm
  • 6.30pm.

    Additional hours will increase over time.

Benefits:

• Loadings, penalty rates and travel allowance
• Mobile phone for work use
• Career Development with nationally recognised Certificate III or IV training
• Up to 8% Discount on Health Cover with HBF
• Employee Assistance Program
• A supportive and inclusive team environment

Culture at Avivo

People enjoy working at Avivo because we value the different life experiences, skills, and backgrounds of our diverse workforce.

We encourage applications from people with disability, First Nations peoples, LGBTQIA+ and people from all culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

To apply, please attach your updated resume.

If you are shortlisted for an interview, we will notify you via email or by phone.

To find out more visit: www.avivo.org.au

Closing date Friday 17 May 2024