Care Support Worker

Vines Therapy; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Vines Therapy in Melbourne is seeking reliable Disability Support Workers to assist clients with daily living, personal care and community participation in their homes and local communities.

You will follow individual support plans and respect each client's choices and independence, while communicating clearly and upholding professional boundaries. The role offers supportive teamwork with allied health professionals in an NDIS-registered setting.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or equivalent in disability support or related field.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• NDIS Worker Screening clearance and compliance.
• Experience in disability support or related care is valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities and personal care.
• Support community participation, appointments and transport as needed.
• Follow individual support plans and approved behaviour strategies.
• Maintain accurate progress notes and timesheets.
• Observe changes in health and wellbeing and report to supervisors.

Skills

Clear communication

Reliability

Compassionate care

Independent work

Documentation skills

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support

Certificate IV in Disability Support

Tools

First Aid

CPR Certification

NDIS Orientation

Job description

Vines Therapy is seeking reliable, compassionate Disability Support Workers to support people with disability in their homes and communities.

You will assist clients with daily living, personal care and community participation, following individual support plans and respecting each person's choices, preferences and independence.

This role suits someone who communicates clearly, follows through on commitments and takes pride in providing respectful, consistent support.

About the role

Vines Therapy is seeking reliable, compassionate Disability Support Workers to support people with disability in their homes and communities.

You will assist clients with daily living, personal care and community participation, following individual support plans and respecting each person's choices, preferences and independence.

This role suits someone who communicates clearly, follows through on commitments and takes pride in providing respectful, consistent support.

About Vines Therapy

Vines Therapy is an NDIS registered provider delivering allied health and disability support services. Our team works with clients and their families to support participation, wellbeing and progress towards individual goals.

As a Core Support Worker, you will work alongside our wider team, including allied health professionals, to help clients receive coordinated support in everyday life.

What you will do

• Assist clients with daily routines, meal preparation, shopping, laundry and household tasks.
• Provide personal care, including showering, dressing, grooming and toileting, where required.
• Support clients to attend appointments, social activities, recreation and other community activities.
• Encourage clients to participate in everyday tasks and develop or maintain their independence.
• Follow individual support plans, communication strategies and approved behaviour support plans.
• Assist with mobility, transfers and equipment within your training and authorised duties.
• Provide medication assistance only where trained, competent and authorised.
• Observe and report changes in a client's health, wellbeing or support needs.
• Complete accurate progress notes, timesheets and incident reports.
• Maintain professional boundaries, protect confidentiality and follow safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, supervisors and relevant team members.

What we are looking for

• A respectful, patient approach and a commitment to the rights of people with disability.
• Reliability, punctuality and the ability to follow agreed support plans.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to write factual progress notes.
• Confidence working independently, with sound judgement about when to seek assistance.
• A willingness to learn, accept feedback and participate in training.
• Confidence using mobile applications for rostering, communication and documentation.
• Certificate III in Individual Support, Certificate IV in Disability Support, or an equivalent qualification or relevant experience.

Experience in disability support, community services or a related care role is desirable. Experience supporting people with communication differences, psychosocial disability or behaviour support needs will also be valued.

Required checks and credentials

Successful applicants will need:

• The right to work in Australia.
• A current NDIS Worker Screening clearance, verified before commencing client support.
• A Working with Children Check or relevant state equivalent where required.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module, Quality, Safety and You, before commencing client support.
• Satisfactory employment references.
• A current driver's licence where driving is required for the position.

Client transport must follow approved organisational arrangements. Required induction and client-specific training must be completed before undertaking relevant duties.

Working arrangements

Support is delivered in client homes and community settings, with travel between locations. Shifts may include mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays, depending on client needs and the agreed employment arrangement.

Current availability required:

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Vines Therapy welcomes applications from people of diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disability. Please let us know if you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.