Community Support Workers

St Jude'S Aged Care; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NDIS provider is seeking a Disability Support Worker to assist clients in achieving independence and participation within the community. The ideal candidate will deliver person-centered care, support daily living activities, and maintain meaningful relationships with clients. Flexible availability is essential, as the role covers various local areas. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver person-centered care that values client choice.
• Skills for building and maintaining meaningful relationships.
• Commitment to being a productive member of the community team.

Responsibilities

• Take clients for social outings and appointments.
• Assist clients with daily living activities.
• Perform light domestic duties and help with meal preparation.

Skills

Person-centered care

People skills

Flexibility

Job description

Assign are a leading NDIS provider who support people with disability and their families by providing quality daily living, domestic and gardening supports. At Assign our values are centered around being passionate, caring and committed. We seek to care for our clients with the same respect and dedication with which we would care for our own family.

Role Summary

The role of the Disability Support Worker is to work with clients within the NDIS funding framework, assisting them to achieve their goals and increase their independence and participation within the community. You will provide support to people with disability and/or psychosocial needs, enabling them to undertake all aspects of daily living. You will also promote and demonstrate positive behaviours, learning experiences and skill development for your clients.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Taking clients out for social outings and activities, shopping trips or GP/specialist appointments
• Servicing clients at their respective homes with activities of daily living such as toileting, showering and dressing
• Light domestic duties and meal preparation/eating assistance
• Liaising with the families and representatives of your client as required

We're looking for candidates with flexible availability - the more shifts you can work, the more opportunities we can match you with! The roles will work across Nedlands and surrounding suburbs.

Skills, Attributes and Experience

The ideal candidate will pride themselves on their ability to deliver person-centered care that values the choice and goals of the client. They will have the people skills to build and maintain meaningful, lasting relationships with their clients. They will also demonstrate a commitment to being a productive and positive member of the broader home and community team.

Key Criteria Includes

• WA Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Proof of working rights - Passport or visa
• Valid driver's licence and a reliable vehicle
• Previous experience supporting non-verbal children with autism will be highly regarded

Assign are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If the above opportunity is one that excites and encourages you, we would welcome and encourage your application. If your application is selected for progression then we will be in touch to discuss it with you soon.