Support Worker| Sil, Sta, Day Program

Freedom Living Australia Disability Support worker

If you are interested in joining our diverse team please register your interest below as well as uploading your resume to the ad.

https://form.jotform.com/231743718705055

Freedom Living Australia is a registered NDIS support provider. We were born from the desire to create a more individualised support service that fosters cultural and gender identity and offers multiple modes of delivery so that all Australians, regardless of location or self sense, have an equal opportunity to access inclusive disability services. Our new mobile and contemporary approach challenges traditional views on disability supports and pushes the boundaries to close the gap between ability and disability. 

Support Workers to fill roles in our supported homes.

About the Role

Having experience in supporting participants with intellectual disability would be highly regarded, however being caring, patient and willing to learn is essential. You should be able to build rapport, find common ground and develop a connection with participants who have difficulty with communication.

You will be assisting clients with personal care, meals and general daily activities and routine around the home.

Position Responsibilities

• Assistance with daily living tasks such as personal care, preparation of meals and other general household tasks.
• Respond to the participant's needs and collaborate positively with their families, support people and others in their lives.
• Assist with the participant’s daily activities and routines
• Ensure all necessary documentation is complete and accurate
• Promote independence, give choice, encourage inclusiveness and respect the rights and privacy of an individual with a disability through planning and creating opportunities.
• Work within the NDIS Code of Conduct
• Work with the care team to ensure quality and continuity of care
• Provide Community Participation to residents by providing transport, assisting them on social outings, shopping, budgeting etc
• Be proactive to continually educate yourself on the specific needs of participants and conditions.

You will need to have:

• The right to work in Australia and satisfy relevant legislation checks including vaccinations;
• National Disability Worker Screening Clearance
• Relevant work experience (desired but not essential) or strong willingness and commitment to learn;
• Current first aid and CPR certificate
• Current Drivers Licence with a clean and tidy reliable car with full comprehensive car insurance
• A strong work ethic, a positive outlook and the ability to remain calm and professional while under pressure
• A caring and empathetic nature
• Complete all NDIS worker orientation modules
• commitment to up-skilling and continuous training

Desirable but not essential

• a Disability, Individual Support or Aged Care Qualification or certificate in Teachers Aid, childcare 
• If you are studying nursing or education you may also like to apply as many skills are transferable.

Shifts

Have the capacity to work flexible hours on a roster system, including weekends, day and night shift with inactive overnight sleepovers.

Rate of Pay

Freedom Living Australia's pay is based on the Award Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 based on your qualifications and experience.