Disability Support Worker | Individual Support, Coffs Harbour NSW
Must be happy to do some personal care and have a Driver's Licence with Full Comprehensive Insurance.
Role Overview
Lifestyle Solutions provide cutting-edge and flexible person-centered support for people living with a disability. As a Support Worker, you will assist a customer to become more independent in their own home and in the community.
Responsibilities
- Mentoring and skill development – guiding customers to explore and develop their personal interests/hobbies
- Coaching independent living skills such as cooking, domestic and social skills
- Administering medication and adherence to individual support plans
- Completing clear, concise and factual handover notes and incident reports
- Providing personal care such as toileting, showering, feeding and dressing when required
- Helping customers engage with their local communities and culture through access to Community Participation Programs and recreational activities
- Personal care is a must, and you must be comfortable and knowledgeable in doing so.
- Diabetes knowledge or training is ideal
- Peg feeding knowledge is ideal
- Community Access will also be a requirement at certain times.
Requirements
- Be willing to work a variety of shifts which includes mornings, afternoons, evenings, awake shifts, sleepovers and weekends
- Versatile communication skills including the ability to interact with both verbal and non-verbal customers
- Current driver’s license (mandatory requirement)
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or be willing to obtain)
- Current First Aid Certificate, HLTAID003
- Formal qualifications in Disability, Community Services, or similar, would be advantageous
Benefits
Joining Lifestyle Solutions will give you the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of your customers. Our team is here because we care, and because of this, we have an enriching and rewarding culture within our teams.
- Hourly rate based on SCHADS Award
- Team based structure and an inclusive culture
- Ongoing training & development
About Us
We’re people who care. Lifestyle Solutions provides services to people with a disability, young people and children in Out of Home Care, their families, and communities.
We believe everyone is equal and stand for everyone in society having equal opportunity and equal respect.
How to Apply
All applications must be lodged online. For all enquiries regarding this position, please contact Natalia Reali at.
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