Disability Support Worker - Newcastle, Maitland And Central Coast

Description:

Join Our Team as a Disability Support Worker – Make a Real Difference!

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others? We are looking for dedicated and flexible Support Workers to join our compassionate team. As a Support Worker, you will be instrumental in providing high-quality care and support to clients across Newcastle, Maitland, and the Central Coast.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide essential care to clients, including personal care, medication assistance, and support with daily living activities.
• Utilize manual handling skills, including proficiency with sling hoists, to ensure the safety and comfort of clients.
• Assist with bowel care, such as suppositories, enemas, and digital stimulation (training provided).
• Provide catheter care, including cleaning and ensuring proper catheter function to prevent infections (training provided).
• Travel between Newcastle, Maitland, and the Central Coast as needed.

Requirements:

• Ability to work on an on-call basis and be adaptable to changing shift schedules.
• Current driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic with a positive attitude toward on-call work.
• Proficiency or willingness to learn manual handling techniques and essential care practices (training provided).
• Availability to commit to ongoing, permanent hours.

Benefits:

• Guaranteed pay during your rostered hours, even if you are not allocated a shift.
• Kilometer reimbursement for travel between home, clients, and return.
• The opportunity to make a real impact in clients' lives across the region.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Permanent ongoing hours with the flexibility of working in a variety of locations.

Roster for Two Weeks: We have two roles available for either role you will need to be available for both week 1 and week 2

Permanent ongoing hours ROLE 1:

• Week 1
  • Thursday - 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday - 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday - 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday - 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Week 2

• • Friday - 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Saturday - 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Sunday - 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Permanent ongoing hours ROLE 2:

• Week 1
  • Monday 6am - 2pm
  • Tuesday 6am - 2pm
  • Wednesday 6am - 2pm

Week 2

• • Thursday 6am - 2pm
  • Friday 6am - 2pm
  • Saturday 6am - 2pm
  • Sunday 6am - 2pm

If you’re looking to make a difference in the community and join a supportive team, apply now to become a Support Worker and enjoy the benefits of a rewarding career!