Disability Support Specialist - Flexible Shifts & Training

Charter Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus paid per pay period

Regular clients & shifts

Specialised training

Flexible shifts

Locations across Sydney

Job summary

Only Care is seeking enthusiastic care staff to support people with disabilities in Sydney. Applicants should have their own vehicle and a valid NSW driver's licence. Flexible shifts and regular client assignments across Sydney make this a great entry into compassionate care.

We provide specialised training before starting with new clients and offer a bonus paid each pay period. Join a team dedicated to high-quality, person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with disabilities.
• Experience using patient hoists or lifting equipment for care.
• Experience assisting clients with bathing, both in bed and in the bathroom.
• Experience with tracheostomy care and suctioning.
• Experience assisting clients with feeding through gastrostomy tubes or orally, particularly clients with swallowing difficulties.
• Applicants who have received professional education or training overseas as nurses, nursing assistants, doctors, physiotherapists or similar healthcare professionals, and have practical experience, are welcome.
• A functional level of English sufficient to perform the duties is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to clients with disabilities.
• Operate patient hoists and lifting equipment.
• Assist with bathing and personal hygiene.
• Support clients with tracheostomy care and suctioning.
• Assist with feeding for clients with swallowing difficulties.
• Follow training and safety procedures.

Skills

Disability care experience

Hoists & lifting

Bathing assistance

Tracheostomy care

Feeding support

Overseas healthcare training

English proficiency

Job description

Only Care is seeking enthusiastic care staff to support people with disabilities in Sydney. Applicants should have their own vehicle and a valid NSW driver's licence. Flexible shifts and regular client assignments across Sydney make this a great entry into compassionate care.

We provide specialised training before starting with new clients and offer a bonus paid each pay period. Join a team dedicated to high-quality, person-centred care.