Disability Support Worker - Regents Park

WHO WE ARE

We support people with disabilities of all ages and needs in their homes and the community by providing high-quality services. Our mission is to create a world where disability is no longer an obstacle to achieving life goals and making a positive contribution to the community. If you share our passion for making a difference and empowering people with disabilities to live a more fulfilling life, we want to hear from you.

ABOUT YOU

We have an exciting opportunity for a Disability Support Worker based in Brisbane or the surrounding areas. We are looking for someone who is warm, friendly, respectful, and willing to learn. The ideal candidate truly cares for clients, is a great listener, and can maintain composure, even when the client exhibits challenging behaviors.

Strong relationship-building skills with clients and stakeholders are essential, as is a genuine desire to provide the best quality support for people with disabilities, including those with dementia and other complex disabilities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Availability Monday to Sunday.
• Assisting clients with social outings, visits to local shops, and community access.
• Personal care may be required.
• Seeking a support worker with clear English communication skills.
• Experience with ASD and Non-Verbal support, and other complex disabilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build rapport and collaborate effectively with staff, management, participants, and their families to achieve positive outcomes.
• Assist participants with their goals and empower them to achieve independence through skill development.
• Provide regular and professional support in line with participants' plans, needs, and desires.
• Support participants in accessing social and community activities, promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Implement strategies to enhance participants' skills, identify areas for additional support, and explore opportunities to help them achieve their goals.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of Certificate III in Individual Support or Certificate IV in Disability/Aged Care, or equivalent qualification (Good to have).
• Current First Aid Level Certificate (Mandatory).
• Experience working with clients with Dementia (Good to have).
• Experience working with clients with Autism (Preferred).
• Experience working with clients with ADHD (Preferred).
• Experience working with clients with Alzheimer's (Good to have).
• National Police Check (Mandatory).
• Own vehicle with comprehensive insurance (preferred).
• Manual handling experience (Good to have).
• Administration of medication experience (preferred).
• Current CPR certification (Annual).
• Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) (Mandatory).
• Current Australian Driver's License (MUST).
• Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate (Mandatory).
• ABN and Public Liability Insurance (Preferred).

Job Type: Casual
Pay: $35.00 – $38.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Morning shift
• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Weekend availability
• Sleepover

Location: Regents Park Brisbane, QLD 4118

(You must be able to reliably commute or be planning to relocate before starting work)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Required)
• Working with Children Check (Required)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (Required)
• National Police Certificate (Required)
• Driver Licence (Required)

If you are passionate about providing high-quality support and have experience working with dementia and other complex disabilities., we would love to have you join our team!

Pay: $35.00 – $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Travel reimbursement

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module (Required)
• Working with Children Check (Required)
• Driver Licence (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person