Disability Support Worker - Glen Alpine

McArthur; Sydney; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

McArthur Community Care (NSW) seeks dedicated support workers for regular night shifts and occasional afternoons, weekends, and school holidays. You will assist a teen with ASD, provide in-home support, and engage in activities the teen loves. A key focus is safety, respect, and reliable transport.

Applicants should have a Cert III or higher in Mental Health/Disability/Community services and current checks (NDIS, WWCC, First Aid). The role is casual under SCHADS Award with varying shifts.

Qualifications

• Accredited Cert III or higher in Mental Health/Disability/Community services.
• First Aid including CPR is current and valid.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and WWC Check current.
• Experience supporting people with disabilities, especially teens.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular night shift care for a teen, with some afternoon and weekend coverage.
• Assist with domestic duties and client’s transport using the accessible van when required.
• Engage in activities such as biking, swimming, outings and after-school events.
• Maintain safety, boundaries, and respectful supports in the home environment.

Skills

Disability support

Teen/Young adult support

Interpersonal communication

Fluent English

Ability to drive

Education

Cert III in Mental Health/Disability/Community services

First Aid with CPR

Tools

NDIS Screening Check

Working With Children Check

Job description

To be suitable for this role we are seeking ** Female applicants who have the capacity and flexibility to be available for regular active night shifts (specifically Sunday & Monday nights) and irregular shift coverage for afternoons, weekends and school holidays.

Those with limited availability will not be considered for this role.

The role also involves a high level of domestic duties and pet care incorporated in the night support shifts. Must love animals!

The successful applicant, when covering day shifts and weekends will be enthusiastic, young or young at heart and ready to be active to accompany a teen on all thing's teens love, bike riding, swimming, amusement rides and after school activities and in line with the parenting preferences of her Mother.

Professional or life experience supporting people with ASD will be highly regarded for this role.

Casual SCHADS Award Weekday rate for applicants who hold a relevant qualification $45.28 to $46.70 depending on level of qualifications and experience.

Applicants without a formal qualification, with experience or working towards a qualification in the industry may be considered for this role and paid according to the Casual SCHADS Award $34.44 - $45.28

Rosters are published 4 weeks in advance and we value committed and loyal staff.

Mandatory Compliance

• Right to work in Australia
• Accredited Cert III or higher in Mental Health/Disability/Community services
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working With Children Check
• Current First Aid including CPR
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module
• Infection Control Training
• Valid Driver's Licence
• Safe, reliable and good condition vehicle with comprehensive insurance

Essential Skill Requirements

• Demonstrated experience (6+mths), knowledge and understanding of people living with disabilities.
• Experience supporting teens/young adults.
• Highly developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Excellent communication skills, with fluent English skills and a strong work ethic
• Experience providing respectful supports within a person's home and a range of settings
• You may be required to drive Client's accessible van on occasion.

Highly Desirable

• Demonstrated experience, knowledge and understanding of ASD
  

Who are we?

McArthur Community Care (NSW) is a registered NDIS provider, providing exceptional support services to people that require low, medium, and high support needs. Our workforce is the major reason for our success, and this is the very reason our support workers are valued and respected by our team.

We are looking for dedicated support workers, who have a broad understanding of in-home care, strong values, commitment and have an exceptional attitude. We aim for the best people fit, so if you believe you meet the criteria outlined.

** in line with state based Anti-discrimination legislation and the Equal Opportunity Act NSW 2010

IMPORTANT NOTE: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.