Disability Support Worker (Casual)

About us

Leaders Care is a respected NDIS provider of innovative quality support, working hard to improve the lifestyle and general wellbeing of our clients. As an organisation we are committed to providing the highest quality of care both at home and out in the community. Striving to develop participants skills which will help achieve their goals all while ensuring their safety and happiness.

We are looking for compassionate, hard working and dedicated support workers who live in the Western Sydney area, to join our team. It is a very rewarding job that will give you the opportunity to make a positive contribution to the community, whilst also developing personal skills.

A successful candidate must have:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident and friendly attitude.
• Ability to communicate sensitively and appropriately.
• Understanding of safe work practices.
• Previous employment experience in the health/Disability care sector.
• Experience in providing mental health care.
• Ability to work independently and accurately report back to supervisors.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Experience in providing quality services that assist people to maintain their independence, dignity, cultural values and religious beliefs.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum Certificate III in Disability/individual support and / or Certificate III in Home and Community Care
• Mental Health training
• Manual Handling
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Valid Police Check
• Driver License
• Reliable motor vehicle (including valid registration and full comprehensive insurance)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide culturally appropriate and compassionate support
• Provide assistance to help participants remain living independently
• Assist with community access, in a dignified and safe manner and in accordance with individual care plans
• Assist with self care and personal domestic activities
• Transportation of participants to and from activities and appointments
• Complete allocated tasks, and remain vigilant while doing so
• Monitor participants health and well-being, whilst also contributing to their skill development

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $33.00 – $35.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Shift work

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Cert III or higher in disability or aged care, if not are you willing to complete one.

Experience:

• Support worker: 1 year (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• Working with Children Check (Preferred)
• NDIS Check (Preferred)
• Driver Licence (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person