Why work with us:
* Great work-life balance
* Part-time position
* Hourly rate from $33.41
* Attractive salary packaging options (up to $15,900 per year tax-free) and an additional $2,650 for Meals and Entertainment
About Chorus
Chorus is a WA-based organisation with close to 1000 team members and volunteers who support seniors, people on the mental health recovery journey, and those living with a disability. Our purpose is to enable people to live the life they choose at home and in the community. We've designed a structure that focuses less on management and hierarchy and more on the things that matter - relationships, customers, and communities Our network of small local teams enables Chorus people to be more connected to each other and feel a sense of belonging.
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and experienced Disability Support Worker to join our team in Wanneroo, providing person-centred support to individuals living with disabilities, particularly those with complex behaviours. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and alongside Positive Behavior Support (PBS) practitioners to enhance the quality of life for our clients through consistent, respectful, and empowering support.
This is what you will need:
* Certificate III Individual Support - Aged Care or Disability, or other relevant qualification and/or relevant experience
* Experience working with seniors, people on the mental health recovery journey, and those living with disability
* Great communication skills which you will use to interact with a diverse range of customers, their families, carers, community agencies, and other professionals
* Enthusiastic and engaging with customers
* Understanding of professional boundaries and privacy and confidentiality issues
* Willing and able to provide domestic assistance services
* Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
* Good written communication, computer & mobile device skills
* A proactive approach to the safety and well-being of yourself and your customers
* Current Australian Drivers Licence
* Reliable and roadworthy motor vehicle to travel to customers homes and assist them to access the community
* Comprehensive motor vehicle insurance and registration
* NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to apply for one prior to commencing employment)
* Current First Aid Certificate with 12 months or less currency (or willing to apply)
Interested in working with us?
Please submit your application online, including your current résumé.
Shortlisting will commence immediately.
Chorus is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from a variety of cultural and linguistic origins, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+ persons, and those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply
We work with communities and alongside people to support them to live the life they choose, with a particular focus on seniors and people living with disability and mental illness. Ultimately, we exist so local communities can thrive.