About Us
Join eQuality Support and be part of a passionate team-oriented community dedicated to creating positive change in the lives of clients. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects our community. A career at eQuality Support offers a challenging and rewarding experience where you will have the opportunity to grow, thrive and reach your full potential. Join us and make a difference every day.
About the role
Support people with complex needs to live in Support Independent Living (SIL) so they can meaningfully complete their daily routines and activities both inside and outside of home. Actively support clients to identify, access and engage in community and social activities. Support the achievement of long-term goals and take on the duty of care for your clients' overall health and wellbeing.
What will I be doing
Our support workers excel at providing Person Centred Active Support (PCAS).
During the course of a shift you are likely to be undertaking all of the following activities:
* Develop meaningful and professional relationships with each client and their family, understanding their unique needs, goals and daily living activities.
* Use positive behaviour support to help clients achieve their daily routines and goals.
* Provide a range of physical support to clients including manual handling, lifting, bending, stretching and physical transfer.
* Provide support with all aspects of personal care, mealtime management, medication, and household duties and other tasks as required.
* Provide support with daily planning, advocacy, communication and transport as required by the people we support in home and community settings.
About You
We're looking for committed and empathetic individuals with proven experience supporting clients living with complex mental health and cognitive conditions. To be successful in this role you must have hands-on experience working with individuals diagnosed with Behaviours of Concern related to conditions such as:
* Paranoid Schizophrenia
* Borderline Personality Disorder
* Intellectual Disability
* Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
* Dementia
Whether your background is in disability support, aged care or nursing, your ability to navigate challenging behaviours with patience and professionalism is essential.
Essential
* Experience with high needs clients and behaviours of concern.
* Have completed a minimum Certificate III Qualification in a relevant area such as Disability, Community Services, Mental Health or Aged Care. (Individuals studying Health, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy will also be considered.)
* Current First Aid Certificate with CPR.
* Current Victorian driver's licence and own reliable transport.
* Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
* Satisfaction of all requirements for working in Australia.
Desirable
* Disability Management, Nursing or Allied Health related qualifications.
* Experience working in a community, residential and/or rehabilitation environment.
* Awareness of relevant legislation (such as the Disability Act 2006 or the Department of Health and Human Services ISO Standards).
What's in it for you
Join a collaborative high-performing organisation where your contributions are truly valued. As part of a leading and innovative industry player you'll be working with a talented and engaged Client Services team making a real impact across the community. Your valued skillset will help shape the business's continued growth journey, supporting an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and success.
Remuneration for this role is in accordance with SCHADS Home Care Level 3-4, depending on your qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
eQuality Support embraces individuality and differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, faith and sexual orientation. We strive to provide a recruitment experience that's fair, inclusive and accessible. We encourage all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
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For specific questions about this role please email.
Required Experience
Junior IC
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
Employment Type : Gig
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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