Disability Support Worker at Blyth

Senami; Blyth; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Senami Counselling and Psychotherapy Services in Australia is seeking a casual Disability Services/Mental Health Support Worker to join our residential care team in Blyth. You will work alongside clients to support daily living, community access and social inclusion.

The role requires flexible hours, independent 1:1 work with clients with complex mental health needs, and adherence to safety and medication procedures.

Qualifications

• Certificate III–IV in disability, youth work, or community services (essential).
• First aid, mental health first aid, MAPA and medication training certificates (essential).
• Driver Licence (Required) and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with daily living, community access and social inclusion.
• Assist with personal activities including hygiene, medication, meal planning and cooking.
• Provide transportation assistance and community access.
• Promote active, healthy lifestyles and follow organizational policies.
• Complete administrative duties and accurate reporting (incidents, charts, case notes).
• Attend trainings and shifts on time.

Skills

Flexibility

Independence

Mental health experience

Punctuality

Communication & problem solving

Crisis de-escalation

Education

Certificate III - IV in disability, youth work, or community services

Job description

Disability Services/ Mental health support worker in residential care setting

About Senami

At Senami Counselling and Psychotherapy Services, we provide caring, respectful, non-judgmental, empathic services to our clients. We guide our clients to develop self-awareness and promote individual well-being. Our Practice is committed to providing intensive support, counselling, case management and psychotherapy services to achieve positive outcomes for clients. Our work is person-centered and uses personal interests and normative commitments to increase individuals’ awareness of their core values and assist them to translate this awareness into a concrete intervention plan.

Reporting to

Residential facility lead & Registered nurse

Location

Senami residential facilities including Blyth

Work type

Casual employment basis

Job responsibilities

Work alongside our clients to support and assist them with all aspects of daily living, community access and social inclusion.

Assist participants with a range of personal activities including hygiene support, medication assistance, domestic assistance, meal planning and cooking as required.

Assistance with co munity access and transport

Promote and assist clients to live an active, healthy and positive lifestyle

Follow all organisational policies and procedures

Any other reasonable duties as required

Provide high quality support according to NDIS and company standards to our clients and ensure that they achieve their full potential.

Undertake relevant administration duties and provide the company with accurate reports such as incident reports, medication charts, injury reports, communication book notes, case notes etc. Ensure that all paperwork and information is recorded accurately and in a timely manner according to company standards.

Follow all reasonable directions from senior staff and model a strong work ethic.

Attend all appropriate trainings and house meetings that are relevant to our client’s care.

Attend to all shifts in a timely manner.

Qualities of a successful applicant

• Flexible with availability to work weekends, weekdays, mornings, afternoons and overnight (both active and passive) shifts.
• Ability and experience working independently on a 1 on 1 basis with disability clients.
• Experience working with clients who have complex mental health needs.
• Willingness to work flexible hours is a MUST
• Punctual, honest and hard working
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and a strong ability to solve problems and de-escalate crisis situations
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as per SA Health guidelines for the disability sector
• Enrolled Nurse background (HIGHLY DESIRED)
• Exceptional knowledge in medication management, dietary management. (HIGHLY DESIRED)
• Experience in manual handling, mobility assistance and personal care. (HIGHLY DESIRED)

Qualifications and Licenses

• Certificate 3, 4 in disability, youth work, community services or a relevant field (essential).
• First aid, mental health first aid, MAPA and medication training certificates (essential).
• Have a current and valid unrestricted driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle. (essential)
• Have a current DCSI, working with children, vulnerable people and NDIS Worker check.
• Have a current and valid police clearance.

Education:

• Certificate III - IV (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driver Licence (Required)
• First Aid Certificate (Required)
• Mental Health First Aid Certificate (Required)
• Medication Administration Certificate (Required)
• National Police Check (Required)
• Working with Vulnerable People Registration (Required)