Disability Support Worker -Sale
About The Position
Grow your career as a Disability Support Worker in Residential Accommodation Location: Sale If you’re looking for great work/life balance and a rewarding career supporting people with disability to live the lives they choose, then this is the job for you. At Yooralla, you’ll have the opportunity to make a positive difference, supporting people at home in Shared Supported accommodation and Independent Living settings, and occasionally in the community, to acheive their goals A day in the life of a Residential Accommodation Disability Support worker at Yooralla. So what will you actually be doing as a Disability Support Worker (DSW) in Residential Accommodation? This rewarding role supports adults with disability one-on-one or in groups, in their homes and occasionally in the community. You will work closely with individuals to implement personalised plans that address their unique needs and goals. No one work day (or night) will be the same!
Requirements
- a positive approach, initiative and self-motivation
- willingness to be committed to empowering our clients to reach their goals, and to upholding quality and safeguards in your everyday work
- effective communication skills, and good English literacy to communicate well with our clients
- ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team
- willingness to support clients with personal care activities
- Australian Driver Licence
- the right to work in Australia
- The ability to get a First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate if you don’t already have one
- You will be subject to NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Nice To Haves
- A Certificate IV in Disability, relevant work experience or an interest in community services
Responsibilities
- supporting people at home in Shared Supported accommodation and Independent Living settings, and occasionally in the community, to acheive their goals
- implement personalised plans that address their unique needs and goals
- working towards their goals
- shopping, appointments and events
- daily living and personal care needs, including assistance with meal preparation, personal hygiene and mobility, and overnight care
Benefits
- NFP salary packaging benefits
- flexibility with when and where you work, to fit in around your family, study or other commitments
- training and development
- opportunities to develop your career, including support to undertake a professional qualification
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
