Disability Support Worker

People Who Care Inc.; City Of Bayswater; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax saving salary packaging options

Job summary

People Who Care Inc. in Morley, WA seeks compassionate carers to support individuals with disabilities. The role is casual and hourly, including 25% loading, with responsibilities spanning domestic tasks, social support, and community access.

Applicants should show empathy, reliability, and the ability to work with people with psychosocial, physical, and intellectual needs. A WA driver’s license and First Aid are preferred.

Qualifications

• Empathy and understanding of people with disabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with domestic assistance and community access.
• Help clients achieve goals as outlined in care plans.
• Provide regular case notes and update the Service Coordinator.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

First Aid

Driver’s license

Disability support experience

Education

Certificate III or higher in Individual Support (Disability)

Job description

• Opportunity available in the North Metro area - Morley and surrounding suburbs.
• Casual hourly rate ($41.05 per hour), inclusive of 25% loading
• Friendly and supportive team with a positive culture
• Well established Not for Profit with over 45 years experience
• Access to tax saving salary packaging options

People Who Care provide person-centred assistance and support to people living with a disability, helping them to achieve their goals and remain as independent as possible. This role will also provide services for our Veterans Program.

To succeed in this role:

• You will need to be caring, patient, responsible and experienced in working with individuals with specific needs. Our clients may be experiencing psychosocial, physical and intellectual challenges.
• You may be asked to support our clients with mobility, personal care, preparation of meals, domestic tasks, accessing their community and other aspects of their daily life.
• Being flexible and proactive in your approach will help you to contribute positively to their wellbeing.

Responsibilities:

• Support individuals with a range of activities, such as assisting to maintain their homes (domestic assistance), accessing the community and attending appointments (social support).
• Support individuals to achieve and meet their goals as specified in their care plan.
• Provide regular case notes and communicate with the Service Coordinator about the health, well-being and progress of the individual.
• Work collaboratively with the individual and the disability services team, and provide support that best meet the individual’s needs.

What you will need:

• Empathy and understanding of people with disabilities and their family members/carers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with individuals from a range of social, financial and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability and willingness to undertake a wide range of tasks.
• Ability to cope with changes in work demands, to think outside the box and problem solve.
• First Aid Certificate (or willing to obtain).
• Willingness to learn and competency in using technology (internet, email and smartphone).
• Current Western Australian drivers licence and reliable vehicle.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current National Police Clearance (not older than 6 months).
• Experience assisting people living with high care needs.
• Certificate III or higher in Individual Support (Disability).

People Who Care is an equal opportunity employer and are committed to achieving a diverse workforce from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability are encouraged to apply.

LocationMorley
WA /Australia