Disability Support Worker - Community

St Jude's Health Care Group is a trusted provider of Aged Care, Allied Health and Disability Services, established in 1982. With a strong reputation built over four decades and as a purpose-driven organisation, we operate with a clear philosophy: we do not provide any service that isn't good enough for our own families. Our work is grounded in respect, integrity, commitment, and genuine partnerships with the individuals and communities we support.

Role Summary

The role of the Community Support Worker is to work with clients within the NDIS funding framework, assisting them to achieve their goals and increase their independence and participation within the community. You will provide support to people with disability and/or psychosocial needs, enabling them to undertake all aspects of daily living. You will also promote and demonstrate positive behaviours, learning experiences and skill development for your clients.

Responsi****bilities and Duties

Key duties include:

• Taking clients out for social outings and activities, shopping trips or GP/specialist appointments
• Servicing clients at their respective homes with activities of daily living such as toileting, showering and dressing
• Light domestic duties and meal preparation/eating assistance
• Medication administration duties
• Liaising with the families and representatives of your client as required

We are looking for candidates in the Mandurah and Rockingham areas!

Skills, Attributes and Experience

The ideal candidate will pride themselves on their ability to deliver person-centered care that values the choice and goals of the client. They will have the people skills to build and maintain meaningful, lasting relationships with their clients. They will also demonstrate a commitment to being a productive and positive member of the broader home and community team.

Key criteria includes:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Proof of working rights - Passport or visa
• Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle
• Working With Children Check issued in Western Australia
• Previous experience as a support worker in the health/disability sector or a relevant Cert III qualification is highly desirable but not essential

St Jude's NDIS are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If the above opportunity is one that excites and encourages you, we would welcome and encourage your application. If your application is selected for progression then we will be in touch to discuss it with you soon.