Qualifications
* First Aid Certification
* Working with Children Check (Required)
* Full Drivers Licence (Required)
Job Description
* A unique opportunity to contribute to the community by working with people with long term health conditions and disabilities. Based on the Central Coast, this role is perfect for anyone who enjoys an active lifestyle and loves the beach.
* You would help people including but not limited to with autism, cerebral palsy and mental health conditions.
* As a Disability Support Worker, you will need to be dedicated, values-oriented, and focused on client choice and control. You must also be confident deescalating behaviours of concerns and comfortable following behaviour support plans. Previous experience working with young male clients and/or clients with autism will be highly regarded.
* Work will differ depending on the needs of the person your supporting. This can include helping people with their daily tasks to take care of themselves, teaching new skills, providing emotional support, driving them to appointments and ensuring they are living a fulfilled life.
* Shifts may include weekdays, weekends, public holidays and evenings
Benefits:
* Pay rates starting from $34.58 per hour plus generous loading as per the SCHADS Award
* You can complete your studies and work placement while also being employed by us
* On-going learning and development opportunities for new or returning frontline staff
* As an organisation we champion diversity, inclusivity, and equality for everyone
Key Responsibilities
* Follow person-centred support plans and behaviour support plans respectfully
* Participate in community activities and encourage participants to perform daily living tasks
* Track and document an individual's progress through thorough record-keeping
* Build and maintain positive relationships with the participant and their family
Skills & Experience
* An unrestricted New South Wales driver's licence
* Committed to work flexible work hours across the week, including public holidays
* Demonstrated ability to use basic technology and software on a mobile and desktop
* Will to get a First Aid Certificate
Successful candidates will be required to clear all state-based probity checks; including but not limited to a National Criminal History Record Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Job Types: Part-time, Casual
Part-time hours
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Flexible hours
* Morning shift
* Shift work
Experience:
* Support Work: 1 year (Required)
Licence/Certification:
* First Aid Certification (Required)
* Working with Children Check (Required)
* Driver Licence (Required)
Work Authorisation:
* Australia (Required)
Job Types: Part-time, Subcontract, Casual
Pay: $30.00 – $45.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Woy Woy, NSW: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
* Do you have experience working with people with mental health conditions or people with a disability?
* Do you have a registered vehicle or access to a registered vehicle ?
Licence/Certification:
* First Aid Certification (Preferred)
* Working with Children Check (Preferred)
* National Police Certificate (Preferred)
* Driver Licence (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:
* Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road