Job Description

The Disability Support Worker is responsible for implementing training and support services aimed at maximizing the living, employment, social and recreational skills of people with a disability, community inclusion, independence, decision making and personal choice should be promoted through these supports, with a focus on individual needs.

TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Casual

REPORT TO: Disability Service Manager

LOCATION: Southport, Quuensland

MAIN DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Providing care and support to clients in line with their personalised care plans, including:

Personal tasks

Domestic assistance

Community access

Social support

Transport

Meal preparation

Life skills development.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of Cert in Individual Support, Mental Health, Aged Care, Community Services, Disability Worker or similar

Current WWCC, Blue/Yellow Card, Police Check and First Aid/CPR

Driver’s License

Reliable and comprehensively insured vehicle

Smart phone.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 6 months relevant experience

Experience in supporting people with disability

Experience in manual handling

Demonstrated continuing professional development

Knowledge of continuous quality improvement principles.

SKILLS

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to build rapport and trust with clients

Strong time management and ability to prioritize

Be culturally sensitive

Ability to use Microsoft Office suite of programs and other computer systems for record keeping

Excellent problem solving and conflict management skills

Ability to work as part of a team and maintain good working relationships.

Job Type: Casual

Ability to commute/relocate:

Pimpama QLD 4125: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Licenses/Certifications:

First Aid Certification (Required)

Working with Children Check (Required)

NDIS Worker Screening Check (Required)

National Police Certificate (Required)

Full Driver Licence (Required)

Work Authorisation:

Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person