About the Role
We have a long history of providing personalized supports and services for people with disabilities, dating back to 1992. Our Community Support Division on the Central Coast is currently seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals to work as Support Workers.
Our Support Workers play a vital role in delivering high-quality care, empowering our clients to live their lives with dignity and respect.
Benefits
* We offer competitive pay rates based on skills and experience ($41.76 up to $44.39 per hour).
* Flexible working hours, including morning, day, evening, and weekend shifts.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* Annual flu vaccination.
* An employee assistance program (EAP) to support your mental health and wellbeing.
* We are an equal employment opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.
As a Support Worker, you will primarily work one-on-one with customers, providing:
* Social and recreational support.
* Domestic support.
* Personal care and medication support.
* Community access.
* Meal preparation.
* Maintaining customer records.
* Developing and maintaining professional relationships and networks with customers, families, caregivers, and key stakeholders.
* Working independently as well as within a team environment.
About You
* You must be passionate about supporting people with varying abilities and empowering their lives.
* You should be compassionate and demonstrate empathy and a caring nature.
* Take responsibility, show initiative, and manage challenging situations calmly and rationally.
Essential Requirements
* Certificate III Individual Support (preferred) or relevant experience working with people with varying abilities.
* Australian driver's license (minimum P2).
* Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance.
* First aid certificate or willingness to obtain one.
* NDIS worker screening check or ability to attain one.
* NDIS worker orientation module or completion of training.
* Working with children check (paid worker).
* Reliable smartphone.
* Flexibility to work varied shifts.
* Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly MS Outlook and MS Word.
How to Apply
Please submit your expression of interest along with a copy of your resume as soon as possible. We assess applications on a rolling basis.
Thank you for your application. We will only contact shortlisted candidates.