About the role
As a Disability Support Worker you will be providing person-centred support to male and female clients with disability in Leederville and surrounding suburbs.
This is a challenging but rewarding opportunity for you to make a positive change in the lives of people with a disability.
You will provide one-on-one support in their homes and out in the community.
Shifts will range from 4-8 hours and include overnights across a 24/7 roster.
Key Responsibilities
Do you enjoy music, sports and antique cars?
You will have plenty to chat about
Independently support clients who display high challenging behaviours
Assistance with personal care
Provide transportation to appointments or community access
Respond to changing routines and support needs in volatile environments
Availability for short-notice shifts and sleepovers is essential
Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, their families and your team
Skills & Experience
Certificate III in Disability or similar or relevant experience
Ability to work autonomously supporting clients one on one in the community and in their homes
An unrestricted Western Australian driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
Demonstrated ability to use basic technology and software on a mobile and desktop
A current First Aid Certificate which includes the course HLTAID003 or HLTAID011
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.
Benefits
Pay rates starting from $***** (casual)
Non-profit salary packaging benefits with Maxxia and other employee discounts
Work in a range of settings including client homes and in your local community
About the Organisation
Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose not-for-profit organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia.
We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness.
We work with people who are homeless, refugees and asylum seekers.
Empowering people with disability to live life the way they choose is at the heart of how Life Without Barriers has operated for over 25 years.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and continue this mission.
Support people with disability to have the choice, control and independence to live their best life.
If you're passionate about inclusivity, respect and making a meaningful difference this is the career move for you.
We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants.
We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.
How to Apply
Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click Apply and follow the next steps.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment process or the application form in an alternate format, visit information on our access and inclusion work and how to contact us directly.
For any other enquiries contact Kristina at
Key Skills
Nursing Home Experience, Developmental Disabilities Experience, Direct Support, Computer Operation, Caregiving, Case Management, Special Needs, Training & Development, Child Protective Services, Experience with Children, Word Processing, Addiction Counseling
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