About Orange City Council
Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community.
With around 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community.
Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.
About the role
The objective of this role is to provide support to individuals with disability in line with NDIS Quality and Safeguard Standards and funding providers.
You will be responsible in supporting clients based on their individual support plans and needs within a Supported Independent Living setting.
As a Support Worker your responsibilities will include:
- Mentoring and skill development – empowering clients to explore and develop their personal interests/hobbies.
- Liaising with external stakeholders and supporting individuals with disability with choice and control to achieve their individual goals and aspirations.
- Assisting with independent living skills and activities of daily living.
- Administering medication and implementing personal support plans.
- Completing clear, factual, and concise reports in an electronic reporting system (CTARS)
- Providing personal care such as toileting, showering, preparing meals in line with individual mealtime management plans
- Helping clients engage with their local communities and cultural services, through accessing community participation programs and recreational activities.
- View the full Position Description by clicking (this link will work on Council's website)
Benefits of working with us
- Permanent Weekly Part-Time Hours: 35 hours per week across a 4-week roster
- Competitive Hourly Rate: $32.26 (plus allowances and superannuation)
- Paid orientation into the service and the support needs of the clients.
- Flexible working arrangements
- Health and Wellbeing benefits including access to a Fitness Passport for you and your family.
- Salary Packaging available including novated leasing.
- Free access to EAP services for you and your family
- The chance to contribute to your local community.
- Learn from a dedicated and experienced Disability Services Team
What do you need?
- Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent, or currently studying to obtain
- Provide First Aid (HLTAID003) certificate
- Current NSW Class C Drivers Licence
- Current NSW Working with Children Check Clearance
- NDIS Worker Screening Verification (Or ability to obtain before starting)
- Obtain a Satisfactory Criminal History Check
- Ability to undertake a range shifts including sleepover shifts as per the roster
Required Skill Profession
Counselors, Social Workers, And Other Community And Social Service Specialists