Female Aged/Disability support worker wanted for immediate start, regular/ongoing hours.
Ulladulla & surrounding suburbs.
The successful support worker will begin with 2 clients and build their client-base as they become comfortable.
The successful support worker must be prepared to perform the set tasks as set out below.
- **About us**:_
We are an ethical and fast growing provider of NDIS and Aged Care services across the scenic South Coast, extending from North Nowra/Bomaderry to Kings Point, covering the beautiful Shoalhaven region.
We are seeking Casual Support Workers to assist with the provision of high-quality exceptional care to a range of fantastic clients and participants in various towns within the Shoalhaven.
Currently, we are focusing on expanding our team in Ulladulla and surrounding suburbs.
Our Support Workers are home-based and utilise a mobile work model (with electronic support for administration), attracting a travel reimbursement and ongoing training opportunities, appropriate to client need.
There is scope for our support staff to work specifically with NDIS participants, Aged Care clients or a mix of both.
All Support Workers are paid according to the SCHADS award and have the ability to build their personal client-base according to what their own circumstances/priorities.
We have currently-engaged clients requiring support, and are happy for you to start off small then build your client-base around your requirements.
**Main responsibilities and activities may include**:
- Assistance with care in the home (bathing, toileting, mobility)
- Getting out for social engagement, activities and attending appointments (own vehicle essential)
- Assistance with household tasks (may include cleaning, meal preparation)
- Assistance with medications
- Light administrative duties (record maintenance, reporting)
**Requirements**:
- A genuine passion to work alongside participants/the elderly and to make a positive and lasting difference in their lives (essential)
- Professional or lived experience of the NDIS and/or Aged Care sectors (preferred but **NOT** essential)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (online module to be completed prior to start date)
- Qualification in Disability, Aged Care or related field (preferred but **NOT** essential)
- Experience of complex behaviours and behaviour support methods (preferred but **NOT** essential)
- Excellent communication skills, commitment to a person-centred focus and flexibility to support needs based on individual circumstances (essential)
- Resilience and compassion (essential)
- Current First Aid certificate (current or enrolled in)
- Current CPR certificate (current or enrolled in)
- Current National Police check (essential)
- Current NSW Drivers Licence & access to a reliable vehicle (essential)
- The right to work in Australia (essential)
**Job Type**: Casual
Pay: $32.00 - $42.00 per hour
Work Location: In person