Support Worker

Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Gladstone and Beyond!

At GCLA, we are passionate about providing holistic person-centered care to our community members in Gladstone, Tannum Sands, Mt Larcom, Boyne Valley, and Agnes Waters. We wholeheartedly strive to build a workplace that inspires enthusiasm in our employees and their friends, while simultaneously earning the full confidence of our customers and their families in our steadfast commitment to delivering top-quality care.

We are excited to be hiring Support Workers to join our organisation and provide a range of support to our customers.

 About the Role:

As a Support Worker at GCLA, you will play a crucial role in helping our customers achieve their health, wellbeing, and lifestyle goals. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting customers with personal care needs
• Supporting with meal preparation
• Assisting with domestic cleaning
• Enabling individuals to access and engage with their local community
• Supporting individuals to live independently in supported accommodation

The Benefits:

Working at GCLA comes with a range of benefits, including:

• An attractive remuneration package, including Salary Packaging (up to $15,899 per year)
• Meals and Entertainment Card Salary Packaging (up to $2,650 per year)
• Dedicated, supportive managers who genuinely care about your wellbeing
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Working Arrangements

About you:

We're looking for individuals who are genuinely interested in and compassionate about Support Work. If you are a reliable and dedicated person with a passion for making a meaningful impact on people's lives, you're the perfect fit.

Your Availability:

We value flexibility! We're currently seeking Support Workers with availability across various days of the week and at different times throughout the day. We have specific openings for evening, sleepover, active night and early morning shifts. Our sleepover support ensures someone is readily available should any needs arise during the night.

About Us:

GCLA has been a proud part of the Gladstone community since 1977, founded by community members dedicated to providing meaningful lives for their loved ones with disabilities. Our team of approximately 160 staff members, both casual and full-time, are committed to delivering exceptional care to up to 200 clients in the disability and aged-care sectors. GCLA also proudly acknowledges and respects the Traditional Custodians of the land we work on.

GCLA commitment to being a child safe organisation.

Requirements:

• Certificate III in Individual Support/Aged Care/Disability
• Working with Children Card (Blue Card)
• Working with Adults with Disability Card (Yellow Card) or NDIS Workers Screening Card/Check
• Current Driver's Licence
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current CPR Certificate

Don't Miss Your Chance to Make a Meaningful Impact – Apply Now and Join Our Caring Team Today!