The Royal Children's Hospital

Female Punjabi or Hindi Speaking Disability Support Worker – Whalan NSW

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  $69k - $80k/yr  •  Whalan, AU (Onsite)  •  22 hours ago
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Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated female Punjabi or Hindi speaking Disability Support Worker to join our team in Whalan, NSW This temporary casual role is to support a client who requires a worker who can communicate effectively in their preferred language and provide culturally sensitive, person-centred care.

As a Disability Support Worker, you will play an important role in supporting the client’s independence, wellbeing, and daily needs while building a trusting and respectful relationship.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks.
  • Support clients in accessing community services and recreational activities.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, their families, and other support staff.
  • Document and report on client progress and any changes in their condition.
  • Ensure a safe and supportive environment for clients, adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Shift Details

  • Location: Whalan, NSW
  • Employment Type: Casual
  • Shift: Every Friday, 4:00pm – 7:00pm (ongoing)
  • Start Date: Immediate

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience as a support worker or in a similar role.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Empathy and a genuine desire to help others.
  • Basic first aid and CPR certification (preferred).
  • Willingness to undergo background checks and training as required.
The Royal Children's Hospital

About The Royal Children's Hospital

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.

We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.

With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.

We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.

When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.

In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Parkville, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
org.au
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