Support Worker Disability

YellowBridge QLD; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Professional development

Supportive workplace

Values-driven team

Work-life balance

Job summary

YellowBridge QLD Ltd. Toowoomba region is seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker to deliver high-quality support to people with disabilities at home and in the community. The role requires flexibility, independence, and a compassionate approach to help clients reach daily goals.

You will work within our Disability Team, collaborate with diverse colleagues, maintain accurate service records, and adhere to WHS standards. Availability for evenings, weekends and sleepovers is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent.
• Preferably 12 months experience supporting clients with complex behaviours.
• Strong English communication and high interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a multifunctional team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard of support to people with a disability in home and community.
• Assist with daily living tasks and help clients achieve short and long-term goals.
• Maintain records of service delivery and adhere to WHS standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

English fluency

Independent working

Team collaboration

Ability to handle complex needs

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent

Job description

Weekends and Sleepovers availability required

YellowBridge QLD Ltd.

Do you want to be part of a values driven organisation that is committed to finding bright possibilities and helping lives shine?

The company:

YellowBridge is one of Toowoomba's leading not for profit companies, delivering a suite of home and community care services, youth services, community housing services and disability support services

Our Vision is connecting lives and finding bright possibilities and Our Mission is working together to help lives shine.

The team:

In our Disability Team, YellowBridge QLD provides support to a wide range of people in the Toowoomba area, and we are looking for people who have something to bring to our team as Support Worker within our Disability program.

The role and you:

In this position you will be required to deliver a high standard of support to people with a disability in all areas of their lives and support some complex needs. This means supporting people at home and in the community to help them with their daily needs and achieve their short and long term goals.

You must be able to work independently, show initiative and understand the unique requirements of each person's support, whether they be simple or complex. You must be willing to adapt to new situations quickly and be available for flexible services delivery. You will be required to adhere to high quality workplace health and safety standards, participate in professional development and be an honourable representative of YellowBridge Qld in the community.

Position Requirements:

• High level interpersonal skills, including the ability to work in a multifunctional team and interact with a broad cross-section of people
• Strong oral communication and fluent in English language
• Ability to support clients with complex needs
• Experience with maintaining records of service delivery, or ability to acquire the knowledge
• Minimum of Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent; preferably a minimum of 12 months supporting clients with complex behaviours

Availability to work within a 24/7 support environment including evenings, weekends and sleepovers

• All applicants are required to have Yellow and Blue cards.
• Positive Behaviour Support Plan training an advantage
• Any skills or training with complex behaviours would be considered favourably

What YellowBridge Offers:

• Work/life balance supported with an active wellness program
• Generous professional development opportunities for skills and career development
• A professional, well-resourced workplace
• A workplace driven by values
• A diverse team of like-minded people who make a difference

If you're someone who wants to make a real difference in the lives of others, then this may be the position for you.