Disability Support Worker – Ayr

Endeavour Foundation; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 34,440,000 - 44,083,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 p.a.

Entertainment benefits up to $2,650 p.

Employee Assistance Program

Wide range of training opportunities

Parental Leave

Discounts on private health insurance

Free flu vaccinations

Job summary

Endeavour Foundation in Ayr, QLD, is seeking a Disability Support Worker to join a permanent roster at a SIL home. The role includes sleepover shifts and some daytime work, with a 50-hour fortnightly contract and minimum four shifts per fortnight.

You’ll support residents to live as independently as possible, with opportunities to pick up additional shifts when available. Ideal candidates are calm, compassionate and professional, with experience supporting individuals with complex needs.

Qualifications

• Calm and compassionate approach to disability support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow plans.
• Good computer skills and familiarity with Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist people with daily living activities and personal care.
• Support development of daily living skills like housekeeping and budgeting.
• Help with meal planning, cooking, light cleaning and social outings.

Skills

Calm

Compassionate

Professional

Computer skills

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Join #Teampossible! We have a permanent roster line available across our SIL home in Ayr, offering a 50-hour fortnightly contract primarily consisting of sleepover shifts, (minimum 4 per Fortnight) with some day shifts. Enjoy a variety of supports to allow time for study, family time, or other commitments, with opportunities to pick up additional shifts where available.

Working within our SIL (Supported Independent Living) home in Ayr, you will provide support, assisting people with disabilities to live as independently as possible, whether they have complex needs or just need some additional support at home. No two days will be the same - you may hear that phrase a lot but here at Endeavour Foundation, you will see it in action!

Other Key Duties Will Include

• Helping people to achieve their NDIS goals by developing important daily skills such as housekeeping, personal care, social skills and budgeting.
• Assisting with aspects of personal care where required to meet the individual needs of the people we support.
• Supporting with meal planning, cooking, light cleaning and facilitating community connection by socialising and going on outings.
• Providing support during daily activities such as going for a walk, going to the movies or accompanying to an appointment.
• Helping the people we support to maintain a connection to their family, friends, and services.

Our ideal candidate is a calm, compassionate, and professional Disability Support Worker with experience supporting individuals with complex support needs and behaviours of concern. You will be confident providing personal care and supporting daily living tasks while creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. The ability to remain calm under pressure, respond appropriately to challenging situations, and build trusting relationships is essential for success in this role.

We Also Require

• A Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is advantageous.
• Availability to work a permanent roster line that may include multiple sleepovers and a variety of shifts across days, evenings, early mornings, weekends, and active overnight supports.
• Good computer skills and experience using Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check (Blue Card), NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card), First Aid, CPR, National Criminal History Check (Fit2Work), and an open Drivers License with comprehensive insurance on your vehicle.

What benefits can Endeavour offer you?

• Salary Packaging Benefits: Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax-free, increasing your take-home pay.
• Entertainment Benefits: Use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income for entertainment expenses, such as meals and holiday accommodation.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to a free and confidential counselling service for you and your family members.
• Wide range of training opportunities to help you grow professionally and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Additional Benefits: Discounts on corporate private health insurance plans, whitegoods, and appliances; Paid Parental Leave; Reward and Recognition Program; and Free flu vaccinations.

Find out more about Endeavour Foundation! Endeavour Foundation supports people with disabilities to live, learn, work and flourish according to their own interests and priorities. We are people working together, making possibilities a reality for people with a disability, and for people seeking employment, education and training opportunities. We focus on ability, on dreams, goals and potential.

Endeavour Foundation encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant's needs.