Disability Support Worker - Northern Suburbs

SACARE; City of Salisbury; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Plenty of work hours across shifts

Opportunities to move into permanent &

Health & well-being program (EAP)

Experienced team with impactful work

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

SACARE is a South Australian-owned organisation delivering in-home and supported accommodation care. We are seeking Casual Support Workers to provide personalised care to participants in home settings.

You will assist with wellbeing activities, housekeeping, meals and personal care, with flexibility across shifts. Applicants must have updated checks and certificates (NDIS Worker, WWCC, First Aid/ CPR, Manual Handling) and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• Empower participants to achieve their goals and support wellbeing, housekeeping, meal preparation and personal care.
• Assist with daily activities such as trips to the shops or social outings.
• Support participants in day-to-day activities within home care settings.

Education

Certificate III Individual Support, Disability, Aged Care or similar qualification

Tools

NDIS Workers Check

Working With Children Check

First Aid Certificate with CPR

Manual Handling Certificate

Unrestricted Driver’s License

Medication Assistance Training

Basic Continence Aid Training

Job description

SACAREis 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 atSACARE,we are seekingCasual Support Workersthat 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

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)

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.

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.

SACAREis 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.