Job Opportunity
Are you passionate about supporting people with disabilities to live fulfilling lives? We have an exciting opportunity for a Disability Support Worker to join our team.
This role involves working collaboratively with individuals to understand their unique needs and preferences, and providing support in a safe and empowering way. You will work closely with the person supported to develop and implement personalized support plans, and provide assistance with daily living activities, social relationships, and personal care.
Key accountabilities include:
* Engaging with the person supported to understand their unique needs and preferences;
* Providing support in a safe and empowering way that upholds their human rights;
* Continually communicating with the individual in a way that is meaningful to them;
* Implementing support plans tailored to individuals' needs, preferences, and interests;
* Utilising Person Centred Active Support to enable each person to successfully participate in everyday activities that are meaningful to them.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will require:
* A Certificate IV in Disability (desirable);
* Demonstrated experience in or a willingness to learn the skills required to provide personal care support to people in all areas of their lives;
* Strong communication skills (language and literacy) with a demonstrated ability to maintain accurate and legible records;
* Ability to take on responsibility and accountability to drive positive change;
* Willingness to collaborate and build positive relationships to achieve common goals;
* Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the organisation and the individuals we support.
We offer a range of benefits including competitive salary packaging, flexible working arrangements, and ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Why Work with Us?
We are a values-based organisation committed to delivering high-quality services that support people with disabilities to live fulfilling lives. Our staff are valued and respected, and we offer a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.