Compassionate Female Disability Support: Evening Shifts

Work Initiatives; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Work Initiatives urgently seeks an experienced female Disability Support Worker to support a female participant in the Melton area, mainly for replacement shifts including evenings (4-8pm). The role involves block shifts of 2-3 hours on weekdays with potential additional shifts over time, including early mornings from 7:30am.

You will provide compassionate, person-centered care to maintain quality of life and independence.

Qualifications

• Energetic, dynamic support worker with disability care experience.
• First Aid/CPR certs and clear screening checks.
• Understanding of supporting individuals with disabilities including cerebral palsy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support participant during daytime and evening routines.
• Provide individualized support with a positive, supportive approach.
• Motivate and promote independence for participants.
• Assist with emotional, psychological, and cultural needs of participants.
• May provide in-home daily living support including personal care.
• Provide transport when required.
• Ensure participants are HAPPY!
• Experience with cerebral palsy is advantageous.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Active listening

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III / IV in Disability

First Aid / CPR Certificate

NDIS Workers Screening Check

Working With Children Check

Job description

Work Initiatives urgently seeks an experienced female Disability Support Worker to support a female participant in the Melton area, mainly for replacement shifts including evenings (4-8pm). The role involves block shifts of 2-3 hours on weekdays with potential additional shifts over time, including early mornings from 7:30am.

You will provide compassionate, person-centered care to maintain quality of life and independence.