Job Category: Community Services and DevelopmentNovita provides early intervention, rehabilitation, therapy, assistive technology, and disability services to more than 5,000 people living with disability, as well as support for their families and carers. Our primary purpose is to enable kids, young people and adults living with disability, and their families, to participate in the community to their full potential.Job DescriptionAbout the RoleCasual positions available, rostered over mornings, afternoons, passive & active shifts over a 7-day week, in our supported independent living accommodation in Murray Bridge.As a Support Worker, your key responsibilities will include:Attention to detail and accuracy in record managementInterpreting and acting upon client’s communication needsFollowing Client care plans and mealtime guidelinesIdentifying and responding to individual health concerns and recording observations in client diariesAdministering prescribed medication and accurately recording the information in accordance with the Health Care PolicyIdentifying and responding to individual health concerns and/or recording relevant observationsYou’ll add value to our clients by:Committing to rostered shifts across our Murray Bridge locations to support our clientsGoing out and spending time with our clients in the communityYou’ll contribute to our purpose by:Promoting Novita objectives to all clients and the communityFollowing all best practice and Work Health & Safety Standards as advisedSupporting our independent clients living in the Murray Bridge areaDesired Skills and ExperienceAbout youAs well as being aligned with Novita’s ICARE values, you will bring:Flexible availability and able to work in a 7-day round-the-clock rosterCurrent NDIS Worker and DHS Working with Children clearances (or willing to obtain prior to employment)Certificate III in Individualised Support, Disability, Community Services (or equivalent) or willingness to obtain a certificationEffective verbal and written communication skillsMaintaining a strong client focusWillingness to learn and advance your career in the Disability SectorA passion to support and care for people with disabilityWe’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.How you’ll be rewardedYou'll receive an attractive salary in line with the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010. Additionally, you can salary package living expenses, meals, and entertainment up to $18,550 per year, including your take-home pay. Further salary packaging benefits are available.
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