Support Worker (HCP or CHSP)

Multicultural Services Centre WA; South Norfolk; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for dedicated Support Workers to join their team. This role involves providing essential in-home support and assistance to clients, ensuring they maintain their independence and well-being. You will engage in various activities, from personal care to facilitating social outings, all while building positive relationships with those you support. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess a person-centred approach, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive environment where your skills and commitment will truly shine.

Qualifications

• Certificate in individualised support or aged care is highly desirable.
• Experience in aged care is preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home support including personal care and domestic assistance.
• Assist clients with daily activities and transport for appointments.

Skills

Person-centred approach

Building supportive relationships

Multilingual communication

Engagement in wellness activities

Education

Certificate in individualised support

Experience in aged care

Tools

NDIS Check

COVID-19 vaccination certificate

Job description

MSC is seeking to employ experienced and committed Support Workers (SW) to work in the following programs:

1. Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), which provides basic entry level home support & social support in a group.
2. Home Care Packages (HCP) – Level 1 to 4, which provides moderate to high level of home support.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Providing in-home support which could include personal care, domestic assistance, meal preparation;
2. Supporting the consumer to attend medical and allied health appointments by providing safe transport support;
3. Assisting with daily activities of living and tasks;
4. Supporting with direct care tasks related to social support services provided by the Centre including day centre services, social outings, and getaways;
5. Providing safe transport support to enable service users to access community and social activities;
6. Engaging with daily wellness and reablement activities to support clients in maintaining or enhancing their skills for independence.

We are looking for people that:

1. Can build a positive supportive relationship with the people being supported;
2. Are committed to a person-centred approach in their work;
3. Are passionate about supporting people;
4. Can speak multiple languages, with a current need for Italian, Spanish, Macedonian, Dari/Persian/Farsi, Vietnamese, and Hindi/Gujarati.

Things that matter to us:

1. Certificate in individualised support, disability, and/or aged care (highly desirable);
2. Previous experience working in aged care (highly desirable);
3. Ability to engage and work from a respective framework for people/families supported;
4. An understanding and/or experience of the needs of people from CaLD backgrounds;
5. Valid WA driver’s license and a reliable private vehicle;
6. Hold or are prepared to obtain an NDIS Check;
7. Hold COVID-19 vaccination certificate;
8. Ability to work independently and show initiative.