Description:
About Me:
I am a young gentleman who has recently moved into SIL accommodation in Perth after moving down from Kalgoorlie where I have lived for much of my life. I moved to Perth to be closer with family. I enjoy spending time in the company of others - but I also like to enjoy some quiet time too. A sense of humour is a must and if you enjoy watching the footy and cricket, even better still. I am an ardent supporter of the Brisbane Lions. I am nonverbal but able to communicate with support. I am currently trialing an eye gaze device to assist with communication. I am looking for support staff to assist me with my daily living needs, as well as, to get out in the community to explore various activities. I live with seizures and require support staff with experience in seizure management and medication administration. I also require someone competent with peg feeding.
Organisational Environment:
Quality Healthcare Solutions is led by experienced registered nursing professionals offering partnership & support through Supported Independent Living (SIL), Nursing Care, & Participation in Community Activities. We provide our clients with support to assist with daily challenges for a range of physical, intellectual, and psychosocial disabilities. A client centered and trauma informed approach is important to us. We offer tailored support for each clients’ unique goals, abilities, and lifestyle choices.
Our organisational values of mutual respect, dignity, inclusivity, and a strengths-based approach underpin everything we do.
Primary Objectives:
The Disability Support Worker plays a vital role in Quality Healthcare Solutions client experience by providing quality, responsive, empathic and compassionate care that supports a trusting and long-term relationship with our clients. The Disability Support Worker meets the changing needs of clients, supporting them in their homes and whilst out in the community through the provision of flexible services including personal and respite care, social support, domestic assistance, and support.
Requirements necessary for this role:
A firm desire to build a rapport that is client centered and based on trust, honesty, and personal integrity is important. So too is experience supporting individuals with dysphagia and bowel management. Flexibility is needed for 24/7 care requirements, including weekends, sleepover, and active night shifts. Prompting attendance to personal care and providing support with daily activities is a component of this role.
We are looking for support staff to cover a sleep shift on Monday (2pm- 8am), as well as, day shifts on Monday (7am to 4pm); Wednesday (7am to 4pm) and Friday (7am - 4pm). We require staff with ongoing availability & flexibility to provide cover due to staff leave.
Mandatory:
Current WA Driver’s License
Current Medication Certificate
Current First Aid Certificate
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Working With Children Check
National Police Clearance
Qualifications, Experience & Skills:
Experience supporting individuals with complex support needs including Dysphagia and Bowel Management.
Experience with Peg Feeding, Administering Medication, Hoists, and Manual Handling
Experience with Seizure Management
Ability to communicate sensitively with others.
Ability to complete administrative tasks.
Enjoy providing support to others to enable their independence & explore their interests
Desirable:
Disability Support Qualifications