Personal Support Worker

Rural Lifestyle Options Australia Ltd.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 19,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent part time or Casual

Travel allowance

Salary packaging options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Rural Lifestyle Options Australia is seeking a Personal Support Worker to provide high-quality, person-centred care to our Support at Home clients in their homes. You will support daily living, personal care, and social connection, empowering clients to maintain independence and wellbeing within the community.

The role offers approximately 20 hours per fortnight, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for additional hours as we welcome new participants.

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability, Ageing or Community).
• Current First Aid Certificate and CPR Certification.
• Computer savvy: smartphone/tablet/computer and ability to document accurate notes for shifts.
• Australian Driver’s Licence and vehicle with comprehensive insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services (showering, dressing, grooming, toileting).
• Assist with mobility, transfers and safe use of equipment.
• Meal preparation and domestic assistance; in-home support.
• Provide transport services to access the community.
• Administer medications per policies and care plans.
• Encourage independence and participation in social activities.
• Maintain hygienic, safe home environment; report concerns promptly.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Organisation

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability, Ageing or Community)

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certification

Job description

Rural Lifestyle Options Australia – Logan Central QLD

For more than 30 years, Rural Lifestyle Options Australia has been committed to bridging gaps in support across rural and regional communities.

Originally founded to provide high-quality disability support, our organisation has since expanded to deliver a broad range of services under the NDIS, as well as personalised Aged Care Support at Home (SAH) that empower older Australians to live independently at home for longer.

As an organisation, we are passionate about supporting others to chase their dreams and aspirations. Reinforced by our purpose of ‘Tailored supports and compassionate care delivered by our valued team to inspire individuals to lead independent and fulfilling lives within the community’ we achieve this – one person and one life goal at a time.

Rural Lifestyle Options Australia’s commitment to the people who access our services remains resolute, proudly underpinned by our organisation’s motto of“Big enough to provide the service, small enough to look after you.”For more information about who we are and what we do, please visit our website at www.rloa.org.au

About the role:

As a Personal Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care to RLOA’s Support at Home consumers in their homes. Guided by RLOA’s Purpose, you will support daily living, personal care and social connection, empowering clients to maintain their independence, dignity and wellbeing and live fulfilling lives in their community.

The role currently offers approximately 20 hours per fortnight, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for additional hours as the service welcomes new participants.

If you work across our NDIS services, you will also help people with disability pursue their individual goals, strengthen their independence and participate more fully in the community. Through planned, person-centred activities, you will support participants to build practical skills and make meaningful progress towards what matters to them.

If you are compassionate, reliable and ready to make a meaningful difference in your community, we would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities include:

Depending on our client’s needs, and the home care package or plan, you may be required to perform some or all of the following tasks:

• Provide personal care services such as showering, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and safe use of equipment.
• Support consumers with meal preparation, domestic assistance and provide in home support
• Provide transport services for consumers to access the community
• Administer medication in line with organisational policies and care plans.
• Encourage independence and participation in social and recreational activities.
• Maintain a hygienic and safe environment in line with organisational standards.
• Report any concerns about a consumer’s wellbeing or home safety to supervisors promptly.

We will discuss specific client needs with you during interview to ensure the best match possible for both our client and yourself.

About you:

• Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability, Ageing or Community);
• A current First Aid Certificate and CPR Certification;
• Computer savvy: have a smart phone, computer or tablet and ability to document accurate notes about all support shifts;
• An Australian Driver’s Licence and ownership of a registered vehicle with comprehensive car insurance;
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships;
• Passionate about making a positive impact in our ageing community;
• Rights to work in Australia;

If you meet the above requirements, and share our Company Values of being Authentic; Lifelong Learners; Compassionate; Empowering; Respectful, and Innovative then you could be the person we are looking for!

We offer:

• Permanent part time or Casual contracts depending on your location and availability;
• Minimum hourly rate of $36.22 ($45.28 Casual) plus Super (SCHADS Level 2.1 or higher depending on qualification held);
• Travel allowance of $1.01c per kilometre;
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 per FBT year prorate;
• Meal entertainment and venue hire annual cap of $2,650 per annum prorate;
• A suite of employee award and recognition programs;
• Discounted private health insurance through HCF;
• Referral Incentive program;
• Ongoing learning and development and career advancement opportunities.

IMPORTANTPOINTS TO REMEMBER:

• All employees of Rural Lifestyle Options Australia are required to hold a National NDIS Worker Screening Check and may also require additional probity checks including Working with Children Check and National Police Check (where relevant to the role).
• Rural Lifestyle Options Australia acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land.
• We encouragepeople with a disability, lived experience of disability,Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.
• We do not consider agency applications.
• Applications close when suitable applicant has been appointed.