Expression of Interest - Disability Support Worker - Wonthaggi

CareChoice Pty; Australia; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CareChoice Pty is seeking passionate Disability Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred care to people with complex support needs in Victoria. This expression of interest covers roles across settings including home care, residential and community support.

Ideal candidates have a Certificate III/IV in Disability or related fields, current First Aid/ CPR, NDIS Worker Screening, WWCC, and a valid Victorian driver’s licence with a reliable insured vehicle.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with complex physical needs.
• Person-centred approach to care.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility and reliability.
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
• Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, Aged Care, Community Services, or similar.
• Current First Aid and CPR.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Employee Working with Children Check.
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.
• Reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide support across settings including Supported Independent Living, 24/7 complex supports, community access and transitional supports.
• Assist clients with daily living activities and personal care in a respectful, safe manner.
• Collaborate with families, carers and other professionals to coordinate holistic support.
• Document and monitor goals, progress and any changes in client needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Flexibility

Reliability

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Certificate III/IV in Disability or related field

Job description

Expression of Interest - Disability Support Worker - Wonthaggi

About CareChoice

CareChoice is a NDIS and TAC/ WorkSafe registered disability services provider. We deliver a wide range of services and provide complex support across the Disability sector in a range of settings including home care, residential, community and Specialist Disability Accommodation.

CareChoice is committed to service excellence and works closely with clients, their families, and key stakeholders to ensure individuals receive the very best person-centred care. The CareChoice team are passionate about their work and pride themselves in delivering an exceptional calibre of service.

Our values

Our philosophy of service provision is based upon our values of:

• People, First
• Brilliant Together
• Bring Our Best. Always
• Relentless Optimism

Benefits & culture

CareChoice is proud to be an EEO employer. We support an inclusive approach in the workplace. We celebrate our diversity and welcome staff regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

As part of our commitment to putting People first, you’ll enjoy industry-leading wellbeing support and benefits at CareChoice, including:

• Access to your pay as you earn it via our financial wellbeing partner
• Employee Pathways Scholarships
• Employee Support Fund
• Free ongoing training and development
• Paid Pregnancy loss leave for either parent
• Flexible work options
• A number of employee wellness platforms including EAP, free flu shots and travel discounts
• Discounts with several department store retailers, events & entertainment, home & technology
• Further discounts with groceries & beverages, shopping & fashion, sports & leisure, fuel and transport
• Car, health insurance and energy benefits
• Monthly & Annual Recognition & Reward for Employee of the Month
• Service Recognition & Reward Program
• Career development opportunities including secondments and Job-Ride-A-Long program

CareChoice is seeking passionate Disability Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred care to people with complex support needs. From the moment you step through our doors, you’ll feel welcome and supported to do your best work and really make a difference in people’s lives.

About the Opportunity

As part of the CareChoice team, you may provide support across a variety of settings including:

• Supported Independent Living
• 24/7 Complex Supports
• Community access and participation
• Transitional and capacity-building supports

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking support workers who have:

• Experience supporting people with complex physical needs
• A person-centred approach to care
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and reliability
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team
• Certificate III or IV in Disability, Individual Support, Aged Care, Community Services, or similar
• Current First Aid and CPR
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Employee Working with Children Check
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
• Reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle