Disability Support Worker - Eastern Suburbs Eastern Suburbs - South Australia

SACARE; Launceston; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

SACARE is seeking Casual Support Workers to provide individualised care in home care settings. You will empower participants to meet their goals, assisting with wellbeing, housekeeping, meal preparation, personal care and social activities.

We offer flexible hours across many shifts, opportunities to move into permanent roles, access to training, health and well-being program, and a supportive team focused on transforming lives.

Qualifications

• NDIS Worker Check must be current.
• DHS Working With Children Check must be current.
• First Aid Certificate with CPR up to date.
• Manual Handling Certificate current.
• Unrestricted Driver’s Licence.
• Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, Aged Care or equivalent.
• Continence Aid Training completed face to face within an RTO.
• Medication Training completed face to face within an RTO.

Responsibilities

• Empower participants to achieve their goals and support wellbeing, housekeeping, meal preparation and daily activities.
• Assist with personal care needs and accompany clients on trips to shops or social outings.

Education

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)

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.