Residential Care Officer

Global Disability & Community Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Global Disability & Community Services in Sydney CBD NSW is seeking a dedicated Residential Care Officer to join our disability support team. You will provide person-centred care, supervision and support to residents in supported accommodation, helping with daily living activities and implementing individualised plans.

The role involves promoting independence, community participation and safeguarding. A compassionate, reliable professional who can work with residents with complex needs is

Qualifications

• AQF Diploma or higher qualification or at least 2 years relevant experience.
• Experience in disability or residential care settings.
• Demonstrated person-centred care and support planning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support to residents in supported accommodation.
• Implement individualised support plans and behaviour support strategies.
• Assist with daily living activities and promote independence.
• Maintain accurate progress notes, incident reports and documentation.
• Support residents to access community facilities and participate in activities.
• Communicate effectively with families, carers and health professionals.

Skills

Disability support

Person-centred care

Behaviour support

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

AQF Diploma or higher

Job description

Global Disability & Community Services – Sydney CBD NSW

Global Disability & Community Services is seeking a dedicated and experienced Residential Care Officer to join our disability support team.

The successful applicant will provide person-centred care, supervision and support to people with disability living in supported residential accommodation. The role involves assisting residents with daily living activities, implementing individualised support programs, promoting independence and community participation, and supporting residents to achieve their personal goals.

This is a hands-on role requiring a compassionate, reliable and professional person who can work effectively with residents who may have complex support needs.

Provide direct care, supervision and support to residents living in supported accommodation.

Implement individualized support plans, behaviour support strategies and other approved support programs.

Assist residents with personal care and activities of daily living, including hygiene, grooming, dressing, toileting and meal preparation where required.

Support residents to develop and maintain independent living and daily living skills.

Assist residents to participate in household, recreational, social and community activities.

Encourage residents to exercise choice, control and independence in their daily lives.

Observe and identify changes in residents' physical, emotional, behavioural and social wellbeing.

Report changes in residents' support needs, behaviour, health or circumstances to the appropriate supervisor or manager.

Assist with the implementation of individualized developmental, educational and support programs.

Support residents to access community facilities, services and recreational activities.

Implement positive behaviour support strategies in accordance with individual behaviour support plans.

Respond appropriately to behaviours of concern and incidents in accordance with organizational procedures.

Maintain accurate daily progress notes, case notes, incident reports and other required documentation.

Communicate effectively with families, guardians, managers, support staff and relevant health and allied health professionals.

Promote and maintain the dignity, privacy, safety and well-being of residents.

Comply with NDIS requirements, organizational policies, safeguarding requirements, work health and safety procedures and relevant legislation.

About You

To be successful in this position, you will have:

Relevant qualification in Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, Residential Care, Welfare or a related field; or

Demonstrated relevant experience in disability or residential care consistent with the requirements of the position.

Previous experience supporting people with disability, preferably within a residential, supported accommodation or community care environment.

Experience providing person-centred support and implementing individualised support plans.

Ability to support people with complex needs and/or behaviours of concern.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

A strong understanding of dignity, choice, privacy, independence and safeguarding.

Ability to work a flexible roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays where required.

The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Diploma, Certificate in Disabilities or higherqualification, or at least 2 years relevant experience. In some instances, relevant experience isrequiredin additiontotheformal qualification

UptodateFirstAidCertificate

ValidWorking withChildren’sCheck

Uptodate AustralianFederalPolice Check

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Relevant background checks as required by the organization

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to liaise with clients, families / carers andstaff.

Organisational skillsincludingtimeandcase load management

Computerliterate

What We Offer

• A supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disability.
• Stable employment within an established disability services organisation.
• Competitive remuneration in accordance with experience and applicable employment arrangements.

Casual role available – may lead to full-time hours based on availability and performance.