Compassionate Disability Support Specialist

Help at Hand Support Services; Ocean Grove; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Help at Hand Support Services in Ocean Grove VIC is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join our team. You will provide person-centred support, assist with daily activities, accompany clients on outings to the beach, movies, or medical appointments, and help maintain a safe, welcoming home environment.

Applicants must have Cert III in Disability (or equivalent), current police check, Working with Children Check, First Aid/CPR, a valid Australian driver’s license, and own insured

Qualifications

• Cert III in Disability or above or equivalent experience.
• Current police check within 6 months or international check.
• First aid/CPR certificates current.
• Working with Children Check current.
• Full and clean Australian driver’s license.
• Be punctual, reliable and flexible.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Empathetic and proactive in disability support.
• Ability to self-supervise and stay calm in crisis.
• Right to live and work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to clients with a disability.
• Assist with daily activities and accompany clients on outings.
• Support attendance at medical appointments and home companionship.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Punctuality

Reliability

Flexibility

Self-management

Crisis calmness

Driver's license

Education

Cert III in Disability or above

Job description

Help at Hand Support Services in Ocean Grove VIC is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join our team. You will provide person-centred support, assist with daily activities, accompany clients on outings to the beach, movies, or medical appointments, and help maintain a safe, welcoming home environment.

Applicants must have Cert III in Disability (or equivalent), current police check, Working with Children Check, First Aid/CPR, a valid Australian driver’s license, and own insured