Support Worker - x 1 PPT

Work Initiatives; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 of your

Entertainment benefits up to $2,650

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Private health insurance discounts

Job summary

Endeavour Foundation in Queensland is seeking a Disability Support Worker for a permanent sleepover roster to assist people with disabilities to live as independently as possible. You will help with daily living tasks, personal care, housekeeping, budgeting, and community outings to promote independence and inclusion.

Ideal candidates may hold a Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) and have a calm, compassionate approach.

Qualifications

• Assist people with disabilities to live independently and achieve daily goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care where required and support daily living tasks.
• Foster social skills and budgeting through activities and routines.
• Support with housekeeping, meal planning and outings to enable community connection.
• Help maintain connections with family, friends and services.

Skills

Disability support

Personal care

Housekeeping

Budgeting

Social skills

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

We have a permanent roster line available at our SIL home in Oscar Court, Bellmere, offering a sleepover-focused roster designed to keep your days free. The roster consists of 5 sleepover shifts Monday to Friday in Week 1, with no scheduled shifts in Week 2, and opportunities to pick up additional shifts where available.

Working within our SIL (Supported Independent Living) home in Oscar Court, Bellmere, 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 the permanent roster line consisting of 5 sleepover shifts Monday to Friday in Week 1, with flexibility to pick up additional shifts where available.

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 Driver Licence with comprehensive insurance on your vehicle.

• 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.

• Discounts on corporate private health insurance plans, whitegoods, and appliances.
• Paid Parental Leave
• Reward and Recognition Program
• 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.