Disability Support Worker

VMCH Careers; Melbourne; In loco; AUD 39.000 - 50.000; Part-time

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Salary packaging

Flexible, family friendly work culture

Wellbeing initiatives

Descrizione del lavoro

Villa Maria Catholic Homes Limited is seeking a Disability Support Worker in Melbourne to provide high-quality care for clients in shared supported accommodation. You will support daily living activities, promote independence and respect each person’s choices and preferences, working within person-centred plans.

The role is permanent part-time with rostered shifts, including mornings, afternoons, weekends and sleepovers. A supportive team and opportunities for development are offered.

Competenze

• Experience in disability support is required.
• Certificate IV Disability or equivalent is required.
• Current Victorian driver’s license is required.
• Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate is required.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check is current.
• Accredited medication administration is desirable.

Mansioni

• Provide high standards of care to clients and support daily living activities.
• Support independence and person-centred goals.
• Collaborate with families and colleagues and maintain confidential records.
• Contribute to safe, high-quality services and participate in training.

Conoscenze

Disability sector experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Administration skills

Formazione

Certificate IV Disability

First Aid Level 2 Certification

Descrizione del lavoro

• Permanent Part-time role, based in Camberwell
• Provide meaningful care and support to our clients
• Support quality of life and be supported by a great team

The position

As a Disability Support Worker at VMCH, you’ll provide high standards of care to our clients supporting activities of daily life while supporting individual choices and preferences.

You will help people with disabilities build independence, pursue their goals and have a voice in the decisions that shape their lives.

Working within Supported Accommodation, Disability Services, you’ll provide personalised care and support in shared supported accommodation, guided by each person’s needs, choices and Person-Centred Plan.

This is a permanent part-time role, Involving rostered shifts, which may include mornings, afternoons, weekends, sleepovers. A copy of the roster will be provided to shortlisted applicants.

About you

You’re passionate about person-centred services and respect the rights, choices and cultural backgrounds of the people you support.

You bring:

• Relevant disability-sector experience and knowledge.
• Certificate IV Disability or similar required
• Encourage choice, decision-making, community participation and meaningful relationships.
• Help develop, implement and review person-centered care and Behaviour support plans.
• Support people with daily living, personal care and manual handling, using appropriate aids where required.
• Communicate with clients, families and colleagues, and maintain accurate, confidential records.
• Work independently and collaboratively, participate in training and contribute to safe, high-quality services.
• A current Victorian driver’s license, current Level 2 First Aid Certificate and current, valid NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Strong written and verbal communication, teamwork and administration skills.
• An accredited medication administration unit, qualification is highly desirable.

What’s possible

• Rewarding work, within a supportive environment
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary + salary packaging (with potential for increased take-home pay)
• Flexible, family friendly work culture
• Wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for you and close family members
• Enjoy access to Fitness Passport, helping you and your family stay active with heavily discounted access to hundreds of fitness and recreation venues
• Discounts on private health insurance, school holiday programs, car hire and much more!
• Open a high-interest savings account via our banking partner
• Join a place where diversity and inclusion lives, breathes and thrives.

More about us

At VMCH, we believe people should be seen and valued for who they are, not defined by the services they receive.

For more than a century, we have been part of Victorian communities, supporting people to live with purpose and connection. Led by our Catholic tradition, we recognise the inherent dignity and humanity of every person, their individuality, relationships, experiences and the contribution they make throughout their lives.

Across aged care, care at home, disability services, retirement living, specialist education and affordable housing, our role is to help people make their own choices, remain in control of their lives and stay connected to the people, places and communities that matter most to them.

Guided by our values of Love, Joy, Courage and Hospitality, more than 4,000 staff and volunteers support over 15,000 people across Victoria. Together, we create places of belonging where people are respected, included and empowered to live life on their own terms.

Please note successful applicants to this position will be required to provide evidence of relevant work permits or Australian residency, and the necessary screening checks. Kindly note we do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails and phone calls from Recruitment Agencies.

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