Support Worker

Hello, nice to meet you!
We are an online platform and community for people with disability and their families, anywhere in Australia, to find, book and manage local Support Workers who fit their needs and share their interests.
By becoming a Support Worker with Hireup, you can connect with clients and other disability service providers near you. You will be able to search and message clients, and accept shifts that fit your level of expertise and schedule.
Unlike with traditional disability service providers where you are given shifts and have little say over who you support, at Hireup you will be in charge of proactively building your roster, ensuring you and the Hireup clients you connect with are always in control.
Specialised Support - Duties and Responsibilities:
The support you will provide to someone with complex support needs varies for each person. Support needs and goals are directed by the person or their informal supports. Implement safe and effective infection control, identify risk and work within the parameters of your role.
 
They may include and not limited to:
 Transport to appointments
 Shopping
 Personal care
 Reading and implementing complex support plans
 Support with social and community connections
 Requirements for complex support such as managing crises and assisting clients to access their professional networks.
Skills Required:
For this specific position we are hiring, you will need:
To be flexible to work a minimum of 3 shifts (16+ hours) per week across a range of times including mornings, afternoons, evenings, overnights and weekends
To be willing to complete aged care shifts
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability or aged care) or higher
100 points of identification
Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check
NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate of Completion
National police check (issued within last 24 months)
First Aid certificate
Unrestricted Australian driver’s licence, if providing transport
Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 vaccine and preferably vaccinated against the flu
State specific checks, depending on where you are based (learn more about what’s required when you apply via our website)
Desirable:
Working with Children Check (or have ability to obtain)
Previous experience in working with people with disability, elderly or another associated support service
Demonstrated ability to build strong and mutually beneficial relationships using advanced communication and interpersonal skills
Be committed to undertaking and maintaining a Medication competency
Willingness to learn and gain qualifications on the job as supported by Hireup
Hourly Rate: Weekdays from $39.68 incl. $3.93 super, Weekends from $55.09 incl. $5.46 super, Public holidays $87.29 incl. $8.65 super
If successful, we will employ you as a Support Worker, which will grant you access to use our platform to connect with clients and other disability and aged care providers. As an employee, you will not require an ABN, as you will be paid directly by us.