Disability Support Worker

Help Along; Gympie Regional; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Job summary

HelpAlong in Gympie is seeking Disability Support Workers to assist female clients in a SIL property, supporting daily living and community access. Experience with dementia, intellectual disability, Smith-Magenis syndrome and ASD is valued; paid training and certificates are provided to progress your career.

We offer AM/PM/weekend rosters with flexibility to fit your lifestyle, and there is potential for sleepovers.

Qualifications

• Previous disability experience
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card)
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current driver's license and own vehicle

Responsibilities

• Personal care
• Medication administration
• Domestic assistance

Skills

Disability care experience

First Aid CPR

NDIS screening

Working with Children Check

Driver's license

Job description

At HelpAlong, we support people to live with independence, dignity and choice.

About the Role

Located in Gympie, we are seeking Disability Support Workers with an understanding of Dementia, Intellectual Disability, Smith-Magenis Syndrome and ASD. You will be assisting our female clients in a SIL property, with all aspects of daily living as well as accessing the community. You will receive paid training - certificates you can take with you in your career.

Whether you are looking for AM, PM or weekends we can work around your lifestyle - bonus points if you are available for sleepovers.

Client Support Needs

• Personal care
• Medication administration
• Domestic assistance

About You

We’re looking for people who bring a mix of experience, skills and understanding to the role. To join our team, ideally you will have:

• Previous disability experience
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card)
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Current drivers license and own vehicle
• Looking for regular, consistent rosters with flexibility to fit around your lifestyle

Why Join Us?

Purpose & Impact– Be part of an organisation that supports people to live the life they choose, making a direct impact every day

Supportive Team Culture– Work alongside experienced leaders and teams who are present, responsive and focused on your success

Rewards & Recognition– We recognise our people through our Kudos Credit and Peer Recognition programs

Health & Wellbeing– Access confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program

Training & Capability Building– Access ongoing training through CareGigs Academy and internal competency programs aligned to your role

Thank you for taking the time to submit your application. Shortlists applicants will be contacted in due course.