Empowering Disability Youth Support Worker | Immediate Start

Connecting Families; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecting Families seeks compassionate Disability Youth Support Workers to assist a young male participant in Kambah, ACT. You will help with daily activities, development and community participation, in a caring, patient and reliable manner.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate III/IV in Disability or related field, WWVP and WWVP clearance, and current First Aid/CPR. Flexible shifts including weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supporting young people with disability or complex needs.
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance required.
• WWVP (Working with Vulnerable People) registration required.
• Working with Children Check required.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Current Australian driver's licence and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Support a young person with daily activities, personal development and community participation.
• Assist with cooking, sports, humour, structured routines and participation in community activities.
• Be patient, respectful, compassionate and focused on independence and wellbeing.

Skills

Experience supporting youths

Disability support

Flexible shifts

Education

Certificate III/IV in Disability or related

Job description

Connecting Families seeks compassionate Disability Youth Support Workers to assist a young male participant in Kambah, ACT. You will help with daily activities, development and community participation, in a caring, patient and reliable manner.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate III/IV in Disability or related field, WWVP and WWVP clearance, and current First Aid/CPR. Flexible shifts including weekends may be required.