Description:
About the role:
We are looking for experienced Support Workers who believe in second chances and are passionate about supporting clients to re-integrate back into the community. You will be providing 1:1 assistance in daily living skills in our newly established SIL accommodations within the western region.
Company Overview:
Crescent Respite is a pioneering organization in the field of psychotherapy, committed to providing person-centered care and innovative solutions for individuals with diverse needs. With a focus on modern, out-of-the-box thinking, Crescent Respite envisions a world where people with disabilities receive the utmost care and attention tailored to their unique needs and are not only supported but thrive in an inclusive society.
We aim to become the leading provider of person-centered psychotherapy services and make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and their families.
Why work for Crescent Respite?
- Newly established accommodation with great staff amenities
- Opportunity for professional training and career development
- Supportive working culture and collaborative team
- Opportunities for permanent shifts for the right candidates
What are we looking for?
- Minimum 1+ years experience within the disability, community services or similar
- Prefer applicants who have experience supporting clients with addiction/mental health
- Demonstrated experience supporting challenging behaviours (highly valued)
- Willingness to support clients with medications, community access, meal preparation, domestic chores and mealtime assistance.
- Certificate III or above in Disability Support or similar
- Must be available during evening hours.
Mandatory Requirement -
- Valid Victorian Driver’s License
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Valid First Aid Certificate and CPR
- Manual Handling certificate
- Medication Administration certificate
- Victorian Working with Children’s Check
- National Police Check (obtained within last 6 months)
If the answer to all the above is ‘yes’ then apply for this opportunity.
Website Link: https://crescentrespite.com.au/
For any queries regarding this role please email: hr@crescentrespite.com.au
Crescent Respite values lived experience of mental health recovery and diversity in our workplace. We strongly encourage applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and people from diverse cultural and linguistic background.