Disability Support Worker - Marrickville & Mascot - Inner West

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

Job summary

McArthur is seeking a Disability Support Worker to assist participants in Marrickville & Mascot (Inner West), NSW. The role involves helping with daily living activities at home and in the community, including domestic tasks and appointments.

Weekday short shifts are required (Thursdays and Fridays) with potential for additional weekday/weekend shifts. Experience with psychosocial disability and supportive home care is valued.

Qualifications

• Cert III or higher in Disability/Community Services/Individual Support or related field.
• Demonstrated experience (6+months) working in this field.
• Experience providing respectful supports within a person's home.
• Highly developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in recognising risks, managing workplace health and safety (WHS), and reporting effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support participants to participate in activities of daily living in-home and in the community.
• Assist with domestic tasks, errands, appointments, shopping, exercise and recreational activities.
• Join the general casual pool for additional shifts based on availability.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Risk recognition

WHS compliance

Reporting

Education

Cert III or higher in Disability/Community Services/Individual Support or related field

Job description

Disability Support Worker - Marrickville & Mascot - Inner West

Experience supporting Participants living with Psychosocial disability is needed for this role and may include implementing approved restrictive practice.

Candidates must be available for weekday short shifts, specifically Thursdays / Fridays and potential for other weekday and weekend shifts.

Applicants will also join the general casual pool for additional shifts based on their availability.

The role involves supporting Participants to participate in activities of daily living in-home and to access the community. Support in areas such as domestic tasks, errands, attending appointments, shopping, exercise and recreational activities will be involved.

Casual SCHADS Award Weekday rate for qualified applicants $45.28 to $46.70 depending on level of qualification 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.

Essential Skill Requirements:

• Cert III or higher in Disability/Community Services/Individual Support or related field
• Demonstrated experience (6+months) working in this field
• Experience providing respectful supports within a person's home
• Highly developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in recognising risks, managing workplace health and safety (WHS), and reporting effectively.

Mandatory Compliance

• Right to work in Australia
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working With Children Check
• Current First Aid including CPR
• Valid Driver's Licence & Vehicle with full Comprehensive insurance
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module
• Infection Control Training

Highly Desirable:

• Demonstrated experience, knowledge and understanding of people with psychosocial disability requiring mental health support.
• Proficient in providing support to individuals diagnosed with Schizophrenia.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.