Disability Support Worker

Location
Brisbane QLD
 
Full job description
National Ability Service is a registered NDIS Provider, our purpose is to enhance the lives of our clients, assisting them to achieve their goals and improve their well-being. The client is at the centre of all we do, and through the delivery of caring, flexible, and effective support, we aim to be Australia’s most trusted NDIS provider.

We are currently looking for experienced Support Workers to join our QLD team. You can enjoy a flexible and balanced work-life and support people in your community to live their best life possible.

The Role

This role involves travelling between clients’ homes and assisting them with daily living and lifestyle requirements by providing person-centred care and support.

Duties and responsibilities may include:

Personal care: showering, dressing, grooming and medication assistance
Domestic assistance: light household cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation
Social support/transportation: social activities, shopping/groceries, travelling to medical appointments
Supporting clients in the use of aids and personal equipment including standing or walking frames, wheelchairs, manual, or electric hoists, sliding sheets, or moving boards, hearing aids and other physical aids
Supporting clients with complex and/or challenging needs
Monitoring the well-being of clients and reporting on their progress
Participating in staff meetings and attending training as required
What you will need:

Minimum Certificate III or IV in Aged Care, Home Community Care, Individual Support or Disability Services (preferred)
Current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Current and satisfactory Yellow Card Blue Card and meeting NDIS workers screening check requirements.
Current Australian Driver’s Licence
Reliable, registered, and insured vehicle (comprehensive insurance is preferred)
Smartphone with internet access
What we offer:

Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
Varied work supporting a diverse range of clientele
Ability to work independently and close to home
Staff recognition programs
Ongoing support and advice from experienced, friendly, local office staff
Job Type: Casual

Pay: $31.76 – $41.76 per hour

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Afternoon shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Every weekend
Fixed shift
Monday to Friday
Morning shift
Public holidays
Rotating roster
Shift work
Weekend availability
Supplementary Pay:

Penalty rates
Work Location: In person

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