Lilac Support is a family owned and operated, local business that is committed to empowering the lives of people with disabilities in South Australia. We are looking for people who will encourage and support our clients to be more engaged in the community, and to become more independent by gaining life and social skills. We strive to provide a caring, individualised, fun and supportive environment.
**ABOUT THE ROLE**
You will be supporting clients to live independently in shared accommodation or their own home.
A typical day would be assisting with daily tasks, including; transport, cleaning, cooking, mealtime management, behaviour support, personal care, companionship and support to access community-based activities as well as appointments.
Some shifts will be cleaning, light gardening and housekeeping only without direct client contact.
**YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Support people with disability (including personal support) in the home and community settings
- Maintain a high level of hygiene
- Cleaning, gardening and general housekeeping
- Thorough documentation
- Assist with medication
- Mealtime management
- Behaviour support
- Provide hands-on training & development of life skills to achieve quality outcomes
- Build effective working relationships with other staff, clients, families and carers
- Transport participants to activities and appointments as required (including in your own vehicle)
**ESSENTIAL / DESIRABLE PRE REQUISITES**
- Certificate III in Individual Support - Disability (or willingness to obtain within 12 months)
- Current NDIS Worker Clearance
- Current National Police Clearance (< 3 months old)
- Current Provide First Aid Certificate
- Current full unrestricted South Australian Driver's License
- Medication Training
- Supporting people at mealtimes training
- Restrictive practices and behaviour support knowledge and training
Enquires regarding this role can be directed to Emma
**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $32.00 - $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 - 40 per week
**Benefits**:
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Shift work
Supplementary Pay:
- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates
**Experience**:
- community services: 1 year (preferred)
**Language**:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (required)
- NDIS Worker Clearance (required)
- National Police Certificate (preferred)
- Full Driver License (required)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)
Work Location: In person