Part-Time Support Worker — Empower Independence, Muswellbrook

Challenge Community Services; Muswellbrook; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible roster

Sleepovers

Fitness Passport

Training & development

Safety and Wellbeing support

Job summary

Challenge Community Services is seeking a compassionate Support Worker for Muswellbrook Accommodation Services. You will provide personal care and daily living support to clients with high support needs, including those using wheelchairs and requiring medical assistance, promoting dignity and autonomy.

The role involves assisting with complex needs, fostering independence, and building strong relationships with clients and families.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting high-needs disability clients.
• Confidence in manual handling and use of aids.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility for varied shifts and rostered work.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word & Outlook).
• Current Driver’s Licence, Working With Children Check, NSW NDIS Worker Screening Check, and National Police Check.
• Access to a personal vehicle for work use, if required.
• Knowledge of NDIA processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living support
• Assist with manual handling and use of aids
• Support clients with complex needs and medical requirements
• Foster independence and inclusion in shared living environments
• Build positive relationships with clients and families
• Manage challenging situations with empathy and professionalism

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Manual handling confidence

Basic computer skills

Education

Certificate III or IV in Disability Support

Job description

Support Worker - Muswellbrook Accommodation Services - Part Time

Challenge Community Services – Muswellbrook NSW

We’re looking for compassionate and skilledSupport Workersto join our Accommodation Services team. You’ll assist clients with high support needs, including those using wheelchairs and requiring medical support, helping them live with dignity and independence.

The role involves personal care, daily living support, and promoting autonomy within shared living environments.

• SCHAD’s Award Level 2Pay rates from$36.22 – $39.53 (base rate)
• Salary Packaging: Not-for-profit salary packaging available, including $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 meal and entertainment benefits per FBT year. (if eligible)
• Flexible roster with shift work, weekends, public holidays & sleepovers
• Option to purchase extra annual leave (if eligible)
• Fitness Passport access for you & family (eligibility criteria applies)
• Ongoing training & professional development
• Safety and Wellbeing support via Sonder

Duties:

• Provide personal care and daily living support
• Assist with manual handling and use of aids
• Support clients with complex needs and medical requirements
• Foster independence and inclusion in shared living environments
• Build positive relationships with clients and families
• Manage challenging situations with empathy and professionalism

Skills and Experience:

• Experience supporting high-needs disability clients
• Confidence in manual handling and use of aids
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility for varied shifts and rostered work
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word & Outlook)
• Current Driver’s Licence, Working With Children Check, NSW NDIS Worker Screening Check, and National Police Check
• Access to a personal vehicle for work use, if required
• Certificate III or IV in Disability Support (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of NDIA processes

About Us:

Since 1958, Challenge Community Services has been supporting people, strengthening communities and creating opportunities across regional New South Wales and South East Queensland.

We provide disability services, foster care, allied health and social enterprise opportunities that empower people to live their best lives.

Our work is driven by a simple belief: everyone deserves the opportunity to belong, grow and thrive. Every role at Challenge Community Services contributes to making a meaningful difference in the lives of the people and communities we support.

Confidential enquiries can be made by contacting Alice Ikart via email - ***********@challengecommunity.org.au

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