The role of the Disability Support Worker (DSW) is regarded as essential in the daily living of many Australians. Beyond the most common aspects of this role, such as meal assistance or keeping people safe, DSWs play an invaluable role in assisting people with a disability to make social connections and to feel part of their community.
At The Companion Group, we regard the role of the DSW as the heart and soul of our service.
Why be with us?
* Supportive Team
* Flexible Work Hours
* Career Progression
* Staff Events
Pay:
1 year of experience starts at $44.59
2 years of experience starts at $45.94
Job Requirements and Responsibilities
* Assisting participants in their daily living, including showering, eating, dressing etc.
* Assisting participants with community-based activities such as shopping, attendance at appointments, exercising etc.
* Implementing behavioral support, speech therapy, occupational therapy and similar strategies under the direction of specialists.
* Undertaking monitoring and reporting tasks to support a participant's wellbeing.
* Undertaking research and planning to enhance a participant's lifestyle, and assisting participants to make lifestyle choices.
* Completing administrative tasks common to the DSW role.
* Using web and smartphone based software for rostering and reporting purposes.
* This is a casual position and DSW'S will be expected to work shorter shifts (2-3 hours) where required.
Desirable to the DSW role are:
* Previous experience in working for people with a disability.
* Previous experience in monitoring and reporting goals and strategies related to wellbeing, mental health, physical health etc.
* Innovative thinking, making suggestions for improved service delivery.
* Certificate in Disability or Mental Health
Qualifications:
* Current First Aid certificate
* Victorian Driver's License
* NDIS Worker Screening Check
* Working with Children Check
* NDIS Orientation Module
* Registered car with comprehensive car insurance