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Location Wallsend, NSW, Australia At Cerebral Palsy Alliance, we value diversity, foster an inclusive culture and champion equitable opportunities. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences including people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Join us and make a positive difference to the lives of people with disabilities, and to grow your career as part of our alliance of great minds. Our shared values are Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous. Inspire through Support. Encourage Independence. Build Meaningful Connections. CPA are actively recruiting for experienced & resilient Disability Support Workers with a proven track record of supporting clients with challenging behaviours/behaviours of concern. Primarily, these positions include in-home based support where you\'ll have the opportunity to directly engage with clients and help to build independence through working towards individual goals. This particular house is home to clients with challenging behaviours, and as such we are seeking highly competent and confident Disability Support professionals with the expertise and demeanor needed to manage this. On offer is a permanent part-time contract of around 30 hours per week.
Additionally, we are seeking candidates with availability for multiple overnight shifts across a fortnight.
Your Duties Will Include
* Delivering personalised support by assisting clients with personal care, administrating medication, manual handling.
* Supporting clients to make their own choices and build skills to be more independent.
* Building positive relationships with our clients.
* Transporting clients in your own car.
Requirements
* Professional Behaviour Support experience or lived experience preferred, however your can-do attitude is key
* Someone who embodies CPA values, is client-focused in their approach to care, and driven by the opportunity to make an impact in the lives of people with disabilities.
* Availability across a variety of shift times, including: Early mornings (6am - 9am), Day shifts (9am - 3/4pm), Afternoons & evenings (12pm onwards), Awake overnights (10pm-6am).
* A current NSW Driver\'s Licence (P2 minimum).
Benefits
* Competitive hourly rate and amazing benefits
* Attractive hourly rate + Super + Penalty Rates. $100 per year Well-being Allowance
* Discounted gym membership for you and your family, using Fitness Passport.
* Employee Assistance Program.
* Opportunity to complete a nationally recognised qualification such as Certificate III in Individual Support.
* Comprehensive training throughout orientation with ongoing learning and development; investment in training in first year.
Important Information
* We have assessed this role type as requiring a high level of physical functionality with some inherent requirements. Further information available via the provided link.
* CPA is committed to an inclusive work environment and accommodating reasonable adjustments during recruitment and employment.
* CPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation; adherence to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct is required.
* CPA is a smoke-free workplace.
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