Disability Support Worker

Raecare; Tamborine; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

RaeCare Support Services is urgently seeking compassionate Disability Support Workers to join our growing team. Multiple positions available across Logan, South Brisbane, Scenic Rim, Beaudesert and surrounding areas with varied shifts and many hours, including overnight 10:00 pm to 6:00 am.

You will provide individualised, person-centred support, assist with personal care and daily living activities, support community access and independence, and maintain records while adhering to NDIS Practice

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or currently studying toward it.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current Working with Children Blue Card.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Current driver's licence.
• Reliable vehicle with comprehensive motor vehicle insurance.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, compassionate approach.
• Reliability, flexibility and a genuine passion for supporting people with disability.
• Previous disability support experience is highly regarded; applications from suitable candidates currently studying who are enthusiastic and willing to learn are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Providing individualised, person-centred disability support.
• Assisting participants with personal care and daily living activities.
• Supporting community access, social engagement and appointments.
• Assisting with household tasks, meal preparation and maintaining a safe living environment.
• Encouraging independence and supporting participants to achieve their personal goals.
• Providing active overnight support where required.
• Maintaining accurate progress notes and documentation.
• Communicating effectively with participants, families, colleagues and management.
• Following individual support plans, organisational policies and NDIS Practice Standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate approach

Reliability

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Disability support experience

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Job description

Immediate Start! RaeCare Support Services is urgently seeking compassionate, reliable and enthusiastic Disability Support Workers to join our growing team. Multiple positions are available across Logan, South Brisbane, Scenic Rim, Beaudesert and surrounding areas, with a variety of shifts and a substantial number of hours available for suitable applicants, including active overnight shifts from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am.

Key responsibilities

Providing individualised, person-centred disability support

Assisting participants with personal care and daily living activities

Supporting community access, social engagement and appointments

Assisting with household tasks, meal preparation and maintaining a safe living environment

Encouraging independence and supporting participants to achieve their personal goals

Providing active overnight support where required

Maintaining accurate progress notes and documentation

Communicating effectively with participants, families, colleagues and management

Following individual support plans, organisational policies and NDIS Practice Standards

About you

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), or currently studying towards this qualification

Current NDIS Worker Screening Check

Current Working with Children Blue Card

Current First Aid and CPR certificates

Current driver's licence

Reliable vehicle with comprehensive motor vehicle insurance

Strong communication skills and a professional, compassionate approach

Reliability, flexibility and a genuine passion for supporting people with disability

Previous disability support experience is highly regarded; however, applications from suitable candidates currently studying who are enthusiastic and willing to learn are welcome

About us

RaeCare Support Services is a dedicated disability support provider committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred supports that promote independence, dignity, choice and quality of life. We are a growing organisation with a fantastic, welcoming and supportive team. We pride ourselves on building meaningful relationships with our participants and providing our staff with the guidance, encouragement and support they need to succeed.

Multiple positions with plenty of available hours

Flexible shifts across several locations

Buddy shifts and supported introductions to participants

Ongoing assistance from experienced support workers and management

A friendly, inclusive and genuinely supportive workplace

Opportunities to develop skills and gain valuable experience

Meaningful, rewarding work with wonderful participants

A team that values communication, collaboration and employee wellbeing