Disability Support Worker - Eastern Suburbs Eastern Suburbs - South Australia

SACARE; City of Launceston; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Path to permanent roles

EAP health & well-being program

Job summary

SACARE is seeking Casual Support Workers to provide individualised care in home settings across Tasmania. You will support wellbeing, daily living activities, housekeeping, meal prep and social outings for participants.

Applicants should have valid checks and certificates, a driver’s license, and be committed to safe, person-centred care. Training and development opportunities are available within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• NDIS Worker Check completed
• Working With Children Check completed
• First Aid Certificate with CPR up to date
• Manual Handling Certificate held
• Unrestricted Driver’s License
• Certificate III in relevant care field
• Basic Continence Aid Training completed
• Medication assistance training completed

Responsibilities

• Empower participants to achieve personal goals and support their wellbeing, housekeeping, meal preparation and daily activities
• Assist with personal care needs and accompanying participants on social outings and shopping trips
• Provide individualised, respectful care in home settings and document any changes or concerns
• Collaborate with care teams and families to deliver consistent support

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support / Disability / Aged Care or equivalent

First Aid Certificate with CPR

Manual Handling Certificate

NDIS Worker Check

Working With Children Check (DHS)

Driver’s License (Unrestricted)

Basic Continence Aid Training

Assistance with Medication Training

Job description

SACARE is a South Australian-owned and operated organisation leading the way in providing innovative in-home and supported accommodation care solutions to a diverse range of participants. Here at SACARE, we are seeking Casual Support Workers that possess the relevant skills, qualifications and experience to provide individualised care to our participants within home care setting.

What’s in it for me?

• Plenty of work hours are available across a wide range of shifts. Options to move into permanent and stable work. We will work with you and your availability.
• Working for a nationally growing organisation where you will be in a great position to grow your career.
• Access to our health and well-being program (EAP)
• Working with an experienced team all working towards making a difference in the lives of the clients we care for.
• Opportunities to access further training and development

How will I help?

You will empower participants to achieve their goals and support them and their individual care needs in areas such as wellbeing, housekeeping, meal preparation, personal care needs and daily activities such as trips to the shops or social outings.

What do I need?

• Current NDIS Workers Check
• Current DHS Working With Children Check
• Current First Aid Certificate with up to date CPR
• Current Manual Handling Certificate
• Unrestricted Driver’s License
• Certificate III Individual Support, Disability, Aged Care or similar qualification
• Basic Continence Aid Training (completed face to face within an RTO)
• Assistance with Medication Training (completed face to face within an RTO)

This is a valuable opportunity for candidates seeking a vibrant and professional working environment, where their contribution is truly recognised and valued.

“This is not a job. It’s a responsibility. If it were a job, you could work anywhere. You’re here to transform care and change lives. In return, yours will be transformed.”

People are the centre of everything we do.

SACARE is committed to child safety, safeguarding and zero tolerance. We take seriously our responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults we support.

All applicants and employees must provide mandatory screening checks. Only applicants with Australian Working Rights should apply. Indigenous Australians and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.