Disability Support Worker.
vor 4 Stunden
At Life Without Barriers we consider gender a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, and so we ask that only Female applicants apply.
Empowering people with disability to live life the way they choose is at the heart of how Life Without Barriers has operated for over 25 years.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and continue this mission.
Support people with disability to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life.
If you're passionate about inclusivity, respect, and making a meaningful difference, this is the career move for you.
Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia.
We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness.
We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers.
Join a community of people dedicated to breaking down barriers.
We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants.
We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.
About the role
Are you a person who seeks to inspire, empower and support individuals with a disability to have better lives?
We are looking for a positive, experienced and committed support worker to assist our client to achieve her best life.
Our client is in her 50's, she loves social outings, walks in the park, community singing groups, arts and crafts, having a coffee and swimming.
Our client lives alone and requires support in her home with all aspects of daily living, support shifts are 1:1.
At Life Without Barriers we consider gender a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, and so we ask that only Female applicants apply.
Key Responsibilities
Provide quality direct 1:1 support to service users in line with their support needs, the program they are accessing, and all support plans including the service users Individual Plan
Increase the service users' skills through independence, personal growth and development through the provision of active support and their enhanced participation as a valued member of their community
Implement development programs and identify and support learning opportunities for service users
Assist in the delivery of programs that facilitate service users' development of social networks and inclusion in community activities
Actively provide residents with night time routine and support as required.
Client Relationship
A.
Uphold my rights - Understand and respect my rights.
Speak up if my rights are not respected.
B.
Communicate effectively - Support me to express myself and adjust your communication style to suit me.
C. Build trusted relationships - Develop and maintain relationships with me, and those who are important to me, based on mutual trust and respect.
D. Work collaboratively - Recognise the roles and expertise of others who support me, and work with us as a team.
Your Impact
A.
Show self-awareness - Think about how your actions and attitudes impact on the quality of support you provide, seek feedback, and keep improving your practice.
B.
Work within your capabilities - Know your role and responsibilities, and when to seek support from others to develop your capabilities.
C. Look after yourself – we assist you to manage your wellbeing.
House Profile
Working to facilitate the delivery of high quality services and achieve positive outcomes with and for our female resident.
Our resident is best supported in quiet environments and likes to be included in decision making regarding what activities she would like to be involved in she also enjoys predictable stable routines.
Experience with autism is essential.
The resident support needs vary in terms of levels of independence, including engagement in community participation.
The team are experienced staff and are ready and willing to provide positive mentoring support.
Roster splits:
58:30 / 63:00 – This roster is a mx of mornings, some longer day shifts & afternoon shifts – including some split shifts and 8 Sleep over shifts per monthly roster.
Skills and Experience
Certificate IV in Disability or equivalent Disability related qualification
A current Senior First Aid (level 2) Certificate
A current unrestricted Driver Licence
Experience supporting people with Autism
Ability to work unsupervised, support shifts are 1:1
A commitment to supporting and promoting the individual needs, skills, abilities and personal goals of people with disabilities
The ability to develop a positive relationship with service users and to support their Individual Personal Plan
Benefits
•Pay rates starting from $28.18 per hour + penalty rates.
Higher if qualified.
•Non-profit salary packaging benefits with Maxxia and other employee discounts
•On-going training opportunities in a supportive and collaborative team environment
•We are an organisation that champions diversity, inclusivity, and equality
•An opportunity to work for one of Australia's largest social purpose organisations
To Apply:
Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click 'Apply' and follow the prompts.
For any general enquiries including requests to view the roster line prior to applying; (not applications) including persons with disability that require adjustments please contact ******
Applications close Midnight Sunday 5th January.
To be considered for and appointed to a position at Life Without Barriers, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or hold a valid medical exemption certificate.
You will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status during the recruitment process.
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