Empowering Disability Support Worker – Flexible, Part-Time

Samaritans; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package up to $611/fortnight

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

Parental leave

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Samaritans, part of the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, is seeking dedicated carers to support individuals living with a disability to reach their goals. This rewarding, person-centred role focuses on empowerment and strengths-based care within a supportive community.

We offer flexible, permanent part-time or casual roles across a 24/7 roster with sleepovers, a generous salary package up to $611 per fortnight, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Certificate III Individual Support is desirable
• Be open to conversations & be a good listener, without judgement
• Show initiative & think outside the box
• Empower participants you support - 'Do With' not 'Do For'
• Complete a pre-employment medical, NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check, First Aid and have a valid driver’s licence
• Limited Part-time & Casual opportunities available
• Rotating roster including some weekends and sleep overs/active night & split shifts

Responsibilities

• Support household activities and personal care.
• Assist with medical and health needs.
• Attend community events and activities.
• Assist with meal planning and transport.
• Support emotional regulation and behaviour management

Education

Certificate III Individual Support

Job description

Samaritans, part of the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, is seeking dedicated carers to support individuals living with a disability to reach their goals. This rewarding, person-centred role focuses on empowerment and strengths-based care within a supportive community.

We offer flexible, permanent part-time or casual roles across a 24/7 roster with sleepovers, a generous salary package up to $611 per fortnight, and opportunities for career development.