Disability Support Worker - Part Time - Sale
We are seeking a Disability Support Worker to join Melba Support Services. Melba supports people with disability to live the life they want and is a not-for-profit, community organisation committed to human rights, values, and zero tolerance of violence, abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Melba has been providing services for over 50 years and is grounded in upholding human rights and helping people live independently and with joy. Melba won the 2023 National Disability Award for Excellence in Service Quality.
Why Join Us?
We are a human-rights, values-based, not-for-profit organisation committed to providing services that support individuals with disability to lead everyday lives of their choice.
Position Responsibilities & Duties
General
* Commitment to Melba's vision, missions, values, human rights framework, and Zero Tolerance.
* Compliance with Melba's Code of Conduct, privacy, workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
* Commitment to creating and fostering a workplace free from bullying, harassment, or any form of unreasonable behaviour towards a person, group of people or Melba.
* Conduct all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Melba's policies and procedures.
* Ensure that duties, responsibilities, and behaviours support equal opportunity, cultural diversity and human rights values and expectations.
* Interactions with co-workers and people supported are culturally appropriate and sensitive to each individual's needs.
* Provide opportunities that support people to live a life of their choosing irrespective of background and differences.
Occupational Health, Safety & Wellbeing (OHS&W)
* Take reasonable care for health, safety, and wellbeing of self and others.
* Observe safe systems of work and follow OHS&W policies and procedures.
* Report hazards, near misses and incidents as required.
* Contribute to a positive culture regarding OHS&W and participate in consultative structures.
Role Specific
* Operating at DDSO1 level: directly support people's wellbeing, including daily household activities, meals, personal care, and social/community experiences that enhance quality of life, based on support plan goals.
* Understand and respond to supported people's needs, preferences, and interests and communicate with their families and others involved.
* Under general direction, implement a range of people support plans.
* Provide information, feedback and reports, including recording charts and completing routine tasks using Melba systems.
* Keep accurate records of work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and Melba policies.
* Take reasonable care for own health and safety and that of others in the workplace.
* Demonstrate how actions and outcomes impact clients and service delivery.
DDSO1Q
* Operating at DDSO1Q level: increasing involvement, including day-to-day running of the group home, liaison with service providers, administration of medication per prescribed protocols (or seeking medical assistance), and development/monitoring of support plans with senior oversight.
* Develop planned activities in line with Melba policies and guidelines; advocate for increased access to community resources and inclusion.
* Establish links with community resources; contribute to longer-term house development plans; share observations with supervisors.
* Liaise with families, medical services, and external services to meet client needs.
Key Selection Criteria & Skills/Attributes
* All new applicants are subject to a NDIS Worker Screening Check.
* All staff must have a current Victorian Working with Children Check and maintain it.
* New staff must obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance before the expiry of the WWC check.
* Applicants who have lived overseas for 12 months or longer in the past 10 years must provide an international police check.
Knowledge and Skills
* Stakeholder management: responds to supported people's needs; keeps stakeholders updated; follows through on inquiries; takes responsibility for resolving problems promptly.
* Verbal communication: clear explanations, active listening, polite and respectful interaction.
* Interpersonal skills: courteous and considerate in dealing with others.
* Self-management: responsible, goal-focused, aware of strengths, weaknesses and personal biases.
Personal Attributes
* Supported person focus: responsive to needs, seeks to improve services, and aims for high-quality outcomes.
* Integrity: acts in the public interest and complies with Melba's Code of Conduct.
* Initiative and accountability: proactive and responsible for actions.
* Teamwork: collaborates effectively and respects diverse working styles.
Inclusion at Melba
Melba Support Services recognises a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. Melba supports reasonable adjustments in recruitment and day-to-day work. Melba is committed to ensuring children's safety and wellbeing across its services.
Qualifications
* A Level 2 First Aid Certificate with CPR is required.
* A full driver's licence is required for shifts involving transportation of people supported.
* All new starters must complete a mandatory Melba induction program prior to starting.
* DDSO1: Unqualified staff have access to on-the-job learning; automatic progression to 1Q on attainment of Certificate IV in Disability Work.
* DDSO1Q: A Certificate IV in Disability Work or equivalent is required and must be supplied with the application.
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