We are looking for a values-driven, compassionate, and empathetic Support Worker to join our unbeatable team at our Casa Mia supported home at Narraweena on the Northern Beaches of Sydney .ABOUT THE ROLETime is filled with visits out to the city, sailing, the beautiful Northern Beaches, maybe to the zoo, airport or even a movie day at home! The list could go on and on - the places the Casa Mia housemates have explored or seen! All in all, you could say we have actors, artists, sport fanatics, cooks, sailors, entrepreneurs! It's a busy house, but a house full of life, full of friends, and full of family!"“We are four busy men who have a broad mix of interests including sport, music, cooking, acting, art and general socialising. We also happen to have some special needs. Our home is filled with warmth and love and has been set up especially for us and our needs. If you have experience in caring, an energetic and uplifting personality, and would like to do some meaningful work, please read on to learn more.”You will be part of a team of dedicated workers providing support for us within our home and out in the community. Home and community-based activities are centred on our needs and interests.We are looking for Support Workers who are values-driven, compassionate, reliable, and committed to providing the highest level of quality care and support. This is a key role, working to enable and empower our housemates to live independently.THE BENEFITS:We think we have an unbeatable workforce, and so we want to recognise and support our staff. A role with us means you’ll have:Support, mentoring, career guidance and ongoing informal and formal professional development opportunities and a strong training and learning cultureSalary Packaging which means more money in your pocket by paying less tax!FlexibilityEmployee referral bonuses!A dedicated manager, who is a central point of contact and coordinationAccredited NDIS training, as well as specialised training for the housematesAn opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, helping to build a fantastic workplace cultureKEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Delivering personalised support in the home and out in the community based on the needs and interest of the housematesAssisting housemates to create healthy meals, with personal care and administering medicationsSupport housemates to engage and participate in the community and assist with medical appointmentsEnter case notes into the Client Management SystemWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:Experience in support for complex cerebral palsy, epilepsy, stoma care, intellectual disabilities and behavioural management.This is helpful but not essential - we will train youAn interest in pursuing a career long term with Fighting ChanceA passion for providing responsive, person-centred, and considerate careA friendly, values driven professional with a positive and empathetic approach to providing the highest level of supportBe energetic, ambitious, and seeking to learn and grow in the roleFlexible and adaptive communication skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsREQUIREMENTS:Casual, on-call availability to work various morning between 6am to 10am, afternoon 3pm to 10.30pm, sleepover, active overnights 1030pm to 6am and weekend shiftsPossess or be willing to obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Check and a Working with Children CheckCurrent First Aid & CPR (HLTAID003) Certificates (or willingness to obtain)Fully Covid Vaccination including BoosterFull NSW Driver's Licence and over 21 years of ageRights to work in AustraliaABOUT FIGHTING CHANCEAt Fighting Chance, we believe everyone should have unrestricted access to homes, not just houses. Our housemates and families choose who supports them, how they are supported and when. Our homes are welcoming and don’t feel like workplaces or institutions. Our residents live full and enriching lives on their own terms.BASE Housing Collective, our new accommodation enterprise puts people with disabilities and their families at the forefront of choice about how accommodation services are delivered. Set to expand rapidly over the next few years, our innovative model of supported independent living focuses on a person-centred, family governance model. At the core of this is the Family Governance Committee who collaborate with their team to ensure that true choice and control are prioritised for all housemates.This is your opportunity to join our team and make an extraordinary contribution to the lives of four fun guys with special needs!To be considered for this position please attach a cover letter outlining your suitability to the position, along with your current resume
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