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At Afford, we are focussed on improving the lives of people with disability by prioritising their choices, promoting their rights and exploring possibilities together. In the Support Worker role, you will support this vision by Providing high quality support to our clients.
Still want to make a real difference? Join our team and help individuals with disabilities live their best lives. We're looking for caring and compassionate people to provide essential support and guidance. Let's work together to create a more inclusive community.
What You Will Do
* Providing personalized support to clients in accordance with their individual support plans
* Active nights and Sleep Over, afternoon shifts, weekdays and weekends
* Assisting with daily living activities, such as personal care, meal preparation, and medication management
* Support the team in facilitating community participation and social activities
* Supporting clients in developing life skills and promoting independence
* Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation
What You Will Bring
In addition to your passion for support clients, we see you has having:
* Certificate 3 in Individual Support/Disability or above
* Hold (or be willing to obtain) a current NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check, and a 'C' class driver's license, along with an up-to-date COVID vaccination certificate or a medical exemption.
* A Current First Aid Certificate & CPR Certificate ( willingness to Obtain if not held or expired)
* Passport, Birth or Citizenship Certificate to validate Australian Work Rights
* Willingness to complete a National & International Police Check (Paid by Afford)
* Ability to Complete Pre-Employment Medical/Functional Assessment (Paid by Afford)
What We Offer
* Be part of a team united by a common purpose, vision, and values, working together towards a clear and meaningful strategic direction.
* Benefit from our commitment to your professional growth and career progression, with initiatives designed to nurture and grow exceptional talent.
* Increase your take-home pay with tax-free NFP salary packaging options, including up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment each year.
* Enjoy a workplace that recognises your efforts with a strong rewards program, flexible working arrangements, and wellbeing initiatives like subsidised gym memberships.
* Join an organisation that values being good humans and good corporate citizens. We celebrate diversity, inclusion, and belonging, support First Nations reconciliation, make ethical choices, and view our commitment to our clients as a lifelong journey.
More About Afford
Afford exists to create an inclusive world where human rights are realised. A world where people of all abilities come together to share in life's adventure. If you're passionate about this purpose, you'll find your place here, where our values guide everything we do: we are kind, we are clear, we are a team, and we explore.
At Afford, we say, "You can connect today, and we can explore tomorrow together" because we are proud to put our consumers at the heart of our work and create environments where independence flourishes, skills are nurtured, and barriers are overcome.
Join us in making our vision a reality.
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