Disability Support Worker

Care1 is currently seeking enthusiastic and reliable team members to provide high-quality disability and care support to a care recipient with an acquired brain injury based in Albion Park NSW. We are an organisation that hires for attitude and provides fully funded training to the right people to develop the right skills for what we do. If you have never worked in the industry before but have a passion for care and a willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to undertake a career with meaning, and have your employer fund your on-the-job training. The specifics: Thursday and Friday from 3pm-11pm; Saturday and/or Sunday from 6am-2pm; as well as other shifts available from time to time. About Care1 Care1 is an Australian owned and operated disability support and health care agency based in Sydney – operating across NSW, Canberra and Queensland. We provide support services to individuals in the community, with the purpose of delivering the highest level of care possible. At Care1 our motto is ‘People First’. It’s a core value we live and breathe every day, ensuring every person receives the best care and the best quality of life possible. We also believe in ‘People First’ when it comes to our employees, offering a down‑to‑earth, passionate team atmosphere that makes a real difference. Why work for Care1? Weekly pay and highly competitive pay rates, including penalty rates and loadings Flexibility and variety of shifts to suit individual schedules Access to our Employee Assistance Program Fully funded training and opportunities for ongoing training and development Rewards and recognition programme A friendly and supportive work environment The opportunity to make a real difference What our people have to say about working with us “I have been working for Care1 for more than four years. I thank Care1 for giving me the chance to participate in training courses that have helped me gain more confidence in my career. I have been awarded Certificate IV in Disability and Certificate III in Home and Community Care, completed Brain Injury and Bowel Care courses and Work Health and Safety. Care1 provides staff with a great atmosphere of teamwork, and the managers are very friendly and efficient, which helps us to provide a quality service to our clients. I am proud to work for Care1,” Louisa Y, Community Support Worker. About the Role You’ll be responsible for providing comfort to our clients by assisting with the requirements and activities of daily living as set out in their individual care plans. Supporting clients with complex and/or challenging needs Personal care: bowel care, showering, dressing, grooming and medication assistance Domestic assistance: light housework (cleaning, laundry and meal preparation) Supporting clients who use personal equipment/aid (walking or standing frames, wheelchairs, hoists) Monitoring the well‑being of clients and reporting on their progress Social activities: transporting clients to appointments, shopping and other planned social activities Qualifications & Requirements Right to work in Australia (passport, visa, birth certificate) Current valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain before employment NDISWC Working with Children Check Experience working with clients who display challenging and complex behaviours Experience providing complex personal care Certificate III or IV in Individual Support, Disabilities or similar (desirable; willingness and ability to obtain is essential) Previous healthcare or community welfare experience is an advantage along with a genuine desire to support people to live a higher quality of life Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr