Support Worker

Martian Logic Pty; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Entertainment benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Training opportunities

Private health discounts

Parental Leave

Rewards program

Free flu vaccinations

Job summary

Endeavour Foundation is seeking dedicated Casual Disability Support Workers to join our SIL homes in Corinda. The role requires broad availability across early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, sleepovers, and overnight supports.

You will assist people with disabilities to live as independently as possible, supporting daily living tasks, personal care, meal planning, budgeting and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with complex support needs or behaviours of concern.
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is advantageous.
• Must hold or be willing to obtain Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, First Aid/CPR and a full open Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Help people achieve NDIS goals by developing daily living skills (housekeeping, personal care, budgeting).
• Assist with personal care as required to meet individual needs.
• Support meal planning, cooking, light cleaning and community outings to encourage social connections.
• Support daily activities such as walks, appointments, and outings.
• Help maintain connections with family, friends and services.

Skills

Flexibility across shifts

Computer skills

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Job description

We are seeking dedicated and flexible Casual Disability Support Workers to join our SIL homes in Corinda. This role requires broad availability to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, sleepovers, active awakes and active overnight supports. Candidates with flexibility across these shift types will be highly regarded.

Make an impact at Endeavour Foundation!

Working within our SIL (Supported Independent Living) home in Corinda, you will provide support, assisting people with disabilities to live as independently as possible, whether they have complex needs or just need some additional support at home. No two days will be the same - you may hear that phrase a lot but here at Endeavour Foundation, you will see it in action!

Other key duties will include:

• Helping people to achieve their NDIS goals by developing important daily skills such as housekeeping, personal care, social skills and budgeting.
• Assisting with aspects of personal care where required to meet the individual needs of the people we support.
• Supporting with meal planning, cooking, light cleaning and facilitating community connection by socialising and going on outings.
• Providing support during daily activities such as going for a walk, going to the movies or accompanying to an appointment.
• Helping the people we support to maintain a connection to their family, friends, and services.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate is a calm, compassionate, and professional Disability Support Worker with experience supporting individuals with complex support needs and behaviours of concern. You will be confident providing personal care and supporting daily living tasks while creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. The ability to remain calm under pressure, respond appropriately to challenging situations, and build trusting relationships is essential for success in this role.

We also require:

• A Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is advantageous.
• Availability to work a variety of shifts including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, sleepovers, active awakes and active overnight supports. Candidates with broad availability across these shift types will be highly regarded.
• Good computer skills and experience using Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check (Blue Card), NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card), First Aid, CPR, National Criminal History Check (Fit2Work), and an open Drivers Licence with comprehensive insurance on your vehicle.

What benefits can Endeavour offer you?

• Salary Packaging Benefits: Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax-free, increasing your take-home pay.
• Entertainment Benefits: Use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income for entertainment expenses, such as meals and holiday accommodation.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to a free and confidential counselling service for you and your family members.
• Wide range of training opportunities to help you grow professionally and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Additional Benefits: Discounts on corporate private health insurance plans, whitegoods, and appliances; Paid Parental Leave; Reward and Recognition Program; and Free flu vaccinations.

Find out more about Endeavour Foundation!

Endeavour Foundation supports people with disabilities to live, learn, work and flourish according to their own interests and priorities. We are people working together, making possibilities a reality for people with a disability, and for people seeking employment, education and training opportunities. We focus on ability, on dreams, goals and potential.

Endeavour Foundation encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant's needs.

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