Wallan - Disability Support Worker

Help at Hand Support Services; Wallan; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Help at Hand Support Services is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join the team in Victoria, Australia. You will deliver person-centred care, adapt to each client’s routine, and support activities such as outings or medical appointments.

A strong focus on empathy, reliability, and clear communication is essential. Requirements include a current police check, Cert III in Disability or higher, a valid Working with Children Check, current First Aid/CPR, a full license, and a

Qualifications

• Must have a current Working with Children's Check or be eligible.
• First aid/CPR certificates current.
• Full Australian driver's license with reliable vehicle.
• Police check within 6 months or international check if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support and assist with daily routines.
• Escort clients to activities, appointments or outings.
• Offer companionship and supportive care in the home.
• Keep clear written notes and communicate needs promptly.

Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Communication

Empathy

Crisis calm

Education

Cert III in Disability

Job description

Help at Hand Support Services, is looking for experienced Disability Support Workers who would like to join us and help make a difference to the lives of people with a disability.

You will be providing a person-centred approach and your daily routine will depend on the person you are supporting. Every day could be different for you; one day you might be assisting in taking a client out for a day at the beach or taking them to a movie or a game and so on. The next day may involve assisting the client to attend a medical appointment and keeping them company at their home with a cup of tea, this type of work is exciting and varied.

You must have the following in order to be considered:

• Must have your own a fully insured and reliable vehicle
• International police check (if applicable) or Current police check (must be within 6 months from the date of application)
• Cert iii in Disability or above or equivalent experience
• A current Working with children check
• First aid/CPR certificates (current)
• Full and clean Australian driver’s license
• Be punctual
• Be reliable and flexible
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Empathetic and proactive with a genuine interest to work in this field
• The ability to self-supervise and to remain calm and composed at times of crisis

In addition to the above list, you must have the right to live and work in Australia.

We would like to hear from you.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $33.46 – $44.50 per hour

Schedule

• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Public holidays
• Rotating roster
• Shift work
• Weekend availability