Logan - Disability Support Worker

Help at Hand Support Services; Logan Village; On-site; AUD 44,854 - 57,859; Part time

Job summary

A local support services provider in Logan Village, Queensland, is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers. You will provide person-centred care, assisting clients with daily activities like outings and appointments. The role requires empathy, good communication skills, and the ability to self-supervise. Candidates must hold a relevant qualification and a full Australian driver’s license. You will enjoy a varied and exciting work environment with casual hours.

Qualifications

• Must have a fully insured and reliable vehicle.
• International police check or current police check required.
• First aid/CPR certificates must be current.
• Must have a current Working with children check.
• Full and clean Australian driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to clients.
• Assist clients in daily activities such as outings and appointments.
• Remain calm and composed during crises.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Empathetic and proactive

Ability to self-supervise

Punctuality

Flexibility

Education

Cert iii in Disability or equivalent experience

Job description

Help at Hand Support Services, is looking for experienced Disability Support Workers who would like to join us and help make a difference to the lives of people with a disability.

You will be providing a person-centred approach and your daily routine will depend on the person you are supporting. Every day could be different for you; one day you might be assisting in taking a client out for a day at the beach or taking them to a movie or a game and so on. The next day may involve assisting the client to attend a medical appointment and keeping them company at their home with a cup of tea, this type of work is exciting and varied.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have your own a fully insured and reliable vehicle
• International police check (if applicable) or Current police check (must be within 6 months from the date of application)
• Cert iii in Disability or above or equivalent experience
• A current Working with children check
• First aid/CPR certificates (current)
• Full and clean Australian driver’s license
• Be punctual
• Be reliable and flexible
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Empathetic and proactive with a genuine interest to work in this field
• The ability to self-supervise and to remain calm and composed at times of crisis

In addition to the above list, you must have the right to live and work in Australia. If you find yourself meeting all the above eligibility requirements, we would like to hear from you. Please send your Resume and Cover Letter and click the APPLY button to upload the same. If you are determined to be a suitable applicant, one of our staff members will be in touch with you as soon as possible.

Work Remotely: No

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $32.56 - $42 per hour

Schedule

• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Public holidays
• Rotating roster
• Shift workWeekend availability