**Seeking Energetic and physically fit male Support Workers** in and around Newcastle/Lake Macquarie/Maitland, to meet participants requests and needs.
You must have experience with Participants with Intensive Mental Health.
East Coast Support Solutions is growing registered support provider located at Charlestown NSW.
We are seeking dedicated, reliable individuals who excel in providing person-centred quality supports to come join us to work in and around the Newcastle/Lake Macquarie/Maitland area. You will have experience in Community Access, Personal Care, Respite, ILO, Intensive Mental Health, Psychosocial Supports and Over night supports.
**The skills and experience you will bring to the role are**:
Minimum 6 months experience in a support role or similar
Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Community Services or similar
Demonstrated experience/knowledge of issues affecting people with disability.
Demonstrated experience with people with Intensive Mental Health and Behaviours.
Proactive attitude
Reliable and honest
Ability to work autonomously
A desire to assist others with a person-centred approach
Accurate reporting and Incident reporting skills
Ability to engage with Participants respectfully and safely
A professional or lived experience with a disability
Excellent communication skills
On going availability to work in a 24/7 roster.
Computer Literacy
**Desirable Skills**
Understanding and/or personal experience with supporting Aboriginal Participants and the cultural needs associated with these supports.
**Check needs to complete this role**:
NDIS Worker Check
Police Check
WWCC
Drivers Licence
First Aid Certificate
Reliable car
NDIS Orientation Module
NDIS Safe and Enjoyable Meals Module
NDIS Effective Communications Module
Comprehensive Car Insurance
Rights to Work in Australia
Remuneration is paid in line with the SCHADS award along with skills and experience.
If you would like more information please call:
Laura Gray
Human Resources Manager
0466620322
(Wed to Fri)
or
Jacquie Mather
Operations Manager
0481 155 930
**Job Type**: Casual
Pay: Up to $41.76 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to travel to all these areas: Newcastle, Maitland & Lake Macquarie?
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Working with Children Check (preferred)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (preferred)
- National Police Certificate (preferred)
- Driver Licence (preferred)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (preferred)
Work Location: In person