Metrascare a new Canberra based support organization are looking for people to work with them to make a difference in the lives of people living with a disability_**.**_
**About the opportunity**:
Metrascare has a range of rewarding opportunities as a Disability Support Worker and are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals with a strong focus on providing person-centred support for their participants across all domains of life.
As a Disability Support Worker you will assist people with a range of tasks to meet the individual needs and goals of Metrascare participants which involves undertaking personal care, domestic duties around the home, transport to work and other activities as well as encouraging social networks and community participation.
To be considered for the role, Metrascare require you to have availability and flexibility to work a variety of shifts over a 24/7 roster working across morning, afternoon and nights with shift work included.
**About you**:
To be successful for the role, you will posses the following:
- Genuine desire to provide high level care for people with disability
- Ability to enable inclusion for people with disability
- Excellent communication and computer skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Creativity to promote and support community contribution.
You will be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC), NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC), Drivers Licence, Valid and current First Aid Certificate and evidence of at least two (2) doses of a COVID-19 vaccination and access to a reliable vehicle prior to commencement.
**Job Type**: Casual
**Salary**: $30.00 - $30.95 per hour
Schedule:
- Shift work
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Canberra, ACT: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (required)
- Working with Children Check (required)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
- National Police Certificate (preferred)
- Driver Licence (required)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)
Work Location: In person