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Support Worker - Bass Coast, South Gippsland, La Trobe And Philip Island Areas.

Simply Helping
Sale Full-day Full-time

Description:

Who we are

Our mission is to provide trusted in-home care and support services that add value and meaning that allows the elderly or people with disabilities to live with more agency and dignity.

Seeking qualified support workers living in or willing to travel to our areas of demand:

  • Cowes, Corinella, Lang Lang, Nyora, Toora, Foster.
    For these areas, a Certificate III or higher in Disability, Aged Care, or Individual Support is required.

Additionally, we are seeking unqualified support workers in the following areas:

  • Wonthaggi, Dalyston, Leongatha, Korrumburra, Mirboo North and Inverloch.
    For these areas, we offer shifts in domestic assistance, cleaning, and limited transport and companion care. No qualifications required.

Our culture

We are committed to developing a culture that lives by the Simply Helping Gippsland South and West values; compassion , communication , reliability and trust .

Simply Helping Gippsland South and West is proud to be an EEO employer. We support an inclusive approach in the workplace. We celebrate our diversity and welcome all staff regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

From the moment you step through our doors, you'll feel welcome and supported to do your best work and really make a difference in people's lives.

  • Employee of the Month recognition and reward

  • Ongoing training and development

  • Flexible hours to suit your availability

  • Supportive and inclusive workplace culture

Your role as a support worker
As a Support Worker with Simply Helping Gippsland South and West, you will join a team of carers responsible for caring and supporting elderly people and people with disabilities in the home. Your role will see you providing companionship and emotional support and where possible, promote independence and community participation to help our services users live with greater agency and integrity.

A day in the life as a Support Worker with Simply Helping Gippsland South and West may see you support our clients with;

  • In-home support with health issues and daily living tasks such as washing, dressing, eating, transport and budgeting

  • Assist clients with domestic activities such as eating meals and showering

  • Provide companionship and support during daily activities

  • Cook and serve meals, clean premises, wash, iron and perform other household tasks

  • Assist people with self-medication or more complex care programs involving tracheostomy, catheter care and more (for those who have a minimum Cert III qualification in Disability Support/Aged Care)

What we're looking for

  • Certificate III or higher in Disability, Individual Supports, Aged Care, Nursing or equivalent (ideal but not mandatory.) If not qualified, the bulk of shifts we can offer will be cleaning (domestic assistance/home help) and limited transport and companion care/respite shifts.

  • A caring individual who is flexible and understanding,

  • Commitment to the rights of people with disabilities to live dignified lives

  • Good communication skills

  • Able to accept responsibility

  • Able to work as part of a team, cope with the physical demands of the job, and perform domestic duties efficiently

  • Experience in supporting those with mental health issues and behavioural challenges will be highly regarded.

  • Flexible work hours willing to travel to the Bass Coast, South Gippsland, La Trobe & Philip Island areas.

Requirements:

  • 3 COVID vaccinations, NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check, and Police Check.


    Please note: We kindly ask that you only apply if you are located in or willing to travel to the areas mentioned above. This helps us ensure we can offer you the best possible opportunities and support. Thank you for understanding!

30 Mar 2025;   from: uworkin.com

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