Female Lifestyle (Disability) Support Worker - North Melbourne
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Rubix Support is seeking engaged and committed female employees who can work a variety of support shifts in an accommodation setting, primarily sleepovers and day supports through the mornings, evenings, and weekends.
As per the Equal Opportunity Act 2010, Rubix Support considers sex as a genuine occupational requirement for this position in accordance with Section 26 (1) and (2), (a), (b), (d), and (e) of the act, and requests that only female applicants apply for this position.
WHO ARE WE
With significant experience in the disability sector within both government and community organizations, Rubix Support is passionate about supporting people with cognitive impairments to lead the life they want to live and to achieve their goals and aspirations.
Rubix Support provides support to people aged between two years and sixty-five years old. We are a registered provider under the NDIS and offer services across four main areas: Positive Behaviour Support, Support Coordination, Lifestyle Support, and Sexuality and Relationship Education. We focus on evidence-based best practices and are passionate about achieving positive outcomes for the people we support.
WHAT WE DO
Rubix Support aims to improve the personal wellbeing of people with cognitive impairments with complex support needs through specialized, coordinated assessments and supports; and to provide extensive training and support to its empathetic, experienced, and energetic staff.
Our vision is to be a leader in providing evidence-based, practical, individualized behavior assessment and support for people with intellectual impairments with complex support needs.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a rewarding and challenging role. As a Lifestyle (Disability) Support Worker, you will be instrumental in providing support for our participants and making positive contributions to their quality of life.
You may support someone with daily tasks within their own home or a supported accommodation environment, or on community outings such as going to work, movies, providing personal care supports, or shopping. Rubix Support will match your experience and interests with like-minded individuals, as the relationship between the participant and worker is essential for providing quality services.
The people we support may have autism, an acquired brain injury, intellectual impairment, or mental illness. It is important that you understand how these conditions can impact a person's ability and how to support their self-determination.
ABOUT YOU
Rubix Support is looking for people who:
* Are great 'people' persons!
* Have experience supporting individuals living with disability; prior SIL experience is highly desirable.
* Must have availability for a minimum of three days per week.
* Hold qualifications in, or are currently studying, a Certificate IV, Degree, or Diploma in fields such as Alcohol and Other Drugs, Allied Health, Behavioral Sciences, Child, Youth and Family Intervention, Community Development, Disability, Education, Human Services, Mental Health, Nursing and Midwifery, Social Work, Youth Justice, or Youth Work.
* Have good core values related to inclusiveness and respect.
* Have a passion for supporting people to achieve their goals and aspirations.
* Possess excellent communication and people skills; not afraid to ask questions.
* Have empathy and understanding for individuals and families.
* Hold a current Victorian driver's license, registered vehicle, and fully comprehensive insurance to provide transport support during shifts.
* Reside or are available to work within the Northern suburbs of Metropolitan Melbourne.
* Are committed to following the company's policies and procedures, including all assessments such as behavior support, communication, and occupational recommendations.
* Remain calm under pressure, identify risk factors, and make sound decisions.
* Have an understanding of the Disability Act 2006 (Victoria) and supporting people with cognitive impairments.
* Are willing and prepared to complete our paid induction and other required training.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US
* Competitive pay rates
* Planned, rostered, and regular work to maintain work/life balance
* Regular rostered hours are available for this position
* No paper timesheets; everything is managed via mobile applications
* A passionate and supportive team and employer
* Focused and extensive support and supervision for employee development
* Dedicated to providing quality supports to our participants
* Internal employment pathways
* Access to our employee benefits program, Beny!
SCREENING AND APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Rubix Support operates a stringent safety screening procedure for all preferred candidates, in line with NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission requirements, and requires all applicants to provide the following licenses and certificates prior to commencement:
* Two professional referees
* A cleared NDIS Worker Screening Check (must be cleared prior to interview)
* Current Working with Children Check
* Current First Aid and CPR certificates
* Current Victorian driver license and vehicle
* Proof of Australian working rights, if applicable
* Completion of NDIS Commission’s Worker Orientation Module - Quality, Safety, and You
Interviews will occur throughout the advertised period. Please contact (email protected) if you have any questions.
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