Description:
Disability Support Worker
At Relight Your Care, we aim to provide individuals with holistic, personalised in-home care to enhance freedom in their lives, opening the gateway of opportunities that add value to their lives and families. Relight Your Care understands the importance of tailored service for you and your loved ones.
The Disability Support Worker is responsible for implementing training and support services aimed at maximizing the living, employment, social and recreational skills of people with a disability. Community inclusion, independence, decision-making, and personal choice should be promoted through these supports, with a focus on individual needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
- Support clients to participate in age-appropriate activities and tasks including employment, in-home support and community access.
- Support clients to access activities and outings in the community.
- Provide direct care assistance to each client in accordance with their service plan and as directed.
- Work in accordance with the medication administration policy, work health and safety procedures and client rights policies including privacy and confidentiality.
- Monitor the safety and well-being of the clients and report any concerns to the Manager.
- Provide 1: 1 or small group training and support in response to individual client needs.
- Ensure completion of appropriate documentation. Relevant information on support provided is to be recorded in client notes and communication books as required.
- Work with clients, family/ carers, relevant case managers and other professionals to support the client's individual goals.
- Report regularly to the manager
- Actively contribute to a team environment through open communication, participation in regular staff meetings, planning processes and policy review.
- Provide backup and support to other staff as necessary.
- Participate in Performance Development meetings to identify ongoing training and support opportunities.
- Personal care is provided to clients in a caring and supportive way.
- Documented evidence demonstrates that service procedures are followed.
- A high level of communication with the Manager is maintained including advising of any potential risks to clients or the organisation.
- Induction, WHS, Manual Handling, Medication and Infection Control training are undertaken on commencement.
- Documentation is completed and maintained as per procedures.
- Employee code of conduct is adhered to.
ABOUT YOU
Qualifications: Certificate III/IV in disability or Age care (desired)
Experience: 1. Practical personal care experience (desired)
2. Experience with Kids with disability (Preferred)
3. Experience with mental health disability (Preferred)
Skills & competencies:
- Customer service focused: committed to providing exceptional customer service across all channels – written, phone and face to face
- Communication: the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, varying communication style depending upon the audience
- Teamwork: willingness to assist and support others as required and get on with team members
- Time management/organisation: accomplish objectives effectively within time frame given, and carry out administrative duties within portfolio in an efficient and timely manner
- Personal attributes: Professional approach (essential) Confident manner (essential)
Other:
- Relevant Knowledge and Sound Understanding of Relevant Legislation Surrounding NDIS and Other Community Services
- Valid Police Check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Working with Children Check
- Up-to-Date Covid-19 Vaccination
- Holding Valid Driver's Licence and Own a Fully Insured Vehicle
- Full Australian working rights.
Why us?
- Stability: Benefit from working with a company that is new, vibrant, professional and motivated
- Inclusive Culture: Our team speaks over a number of community languages and represents an array of cultural backgrounds.
- Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of numerous pathways for career growth within the company.
- Work-Life Balance: we care our staffs with flexible working arrangements to fit your lifestyle.
- Making a Difference: Each day offers the chance to positively impact someone’s life.
- Competitive Remuneration: Competitive salary as per SCHADS award, including Superannuation contributions.
- Supportive Environment: We understand the challenges of work and ensure our team feels connected, supported, and valued, no matter where they are.
- Learning and Development Opportunities: Take advantage of our monthly Team Meetings, Supervision opportunities, and L&D platform.
- Values-Driven Organisation: We consistently walk the talk, ensuring we have a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.
How to Apply
Submit your application, including a resume and a cover letter expressing your passion for support worker and your vision for contributing to our team. Share your story with us – we’re eager to hear how your experiences and aspirations align with the values and goals of Relight Your Care.