Support Worker | Port Pirie

Novita; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SCHADS Award pay

12% superannuation

Shift flexibility

Training & development

Salary packaging

Job summary

Novita is seeking a Disability Support Worker to join our Port Pirie team. You will provide client and family-centred support across SIL, Hub and In-Home services, helping individuals live independently and participate in their communities.

This role requires a Certificate III in Disability (or equivalent), willingness to undertake mandatory trainings, and the ability to work a 24/7 roster. You’ll join a multidisciplinary team with commitment to person-centred care and safe work practices.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Disability or equivalent required.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory trainings (medication management, CPR, NDIS modules).
• Experience with people with disability is highly regarded.
• Able to work across SIL, In-Home, In-Hub and other settings on a 24/7 roster.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored support based on individual needs and outcomes.
• Assist with daily living activities including personal care and medication.
• Promote community inclusion and meaningful relationships.
• Monitor program plans and report outcomes.
• Provide mobility and physical support as required.

Skills

Disability support experience

Effective communication

Client-centered care

Cultural awareness

Documentation accuracy

Medication administration

WHS awareness

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III in Disability

NDIS Worker Orientation

Job description

Job Category: Community Services and Development

About Novita

Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.

Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day.

Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita’s offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.

Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.

Job Description

About the Role

As aDisability Support Workerbased at Port Pirie, you’ll play a vital role inthe planning and provision of a responsive client and family-centred service. You may work shifts across a variety of services including SIL, Hub and In-Home supports. You will empower individuals to live independently, make their own choices and actively participate in their communities. Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Delivering tailored support to individuals with low to high-level needs, based on training and program outcomes
• Assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, medication, cooking, cleaning, appointmentsand recreational outings
• Promoting community inclusion and helping clients build meaningful relationships and interests
• Encouraging positive routines and behaviours in a respectful and flexible manner.
• Monitoring and supporting individual program plans and report outcomes
• Safely assisting with mobility and physical support needs

Desired Skills and Experience

Knowledge, skills and experience

• Lived or professional experience in working with people with disability is highly regarded
• Experience in communicating effectively and establishing rapport with children, young people or adults with complex issues, their families and broader stakeholders
• Ability to relate to people from a variety of cultural, language, social and economic backgrounds
• Ability to support individuals in a manner that shows respect, increases independence, facilitates effective communication and self-respect
• A strong commitment to client wellbeing and person-centred care
• Ability to interpret and act on individual health care plans, communication needs, and mealtime guidelines
• Confidence in identifying and responding to health concerns, and accurately documenting observations
• Competence in administering prescribed medication and maintaining accurate records
• High attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping
• A positive attitude and enthusiasm for promoting Novita’s mission in the community
• A commitment to safe work practices and WHS standards

What You’ll Need Before Starting

• Certificate III in Disability, Community Services (or equivalent) is required
• Achievement of certain certifications are mandatory requirements for this role; in applying you must be willing to undertake training in fields such as medication management, NDIS Worker Orientation Modules, CPR and others
• The successful applicant may be required to work Shift Work, (24/7 Roster) in SIL,In-Home, In-Hub and in other community settings
• SA Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check will be required before commencement

We’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.

All Novita employees are required to undertake mandatory training relevant to their role. Support Workers are paid in accordance with the Social, Community Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010 (SCHADS).

At Novita, we believe in supporting both the people we serve and the professionals who serve them. As a Support Worker, you’ll step into a role that not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also supports your own growth and aspirations. What we offer:

• You’ll be joining a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning
• We provide mandatory training resulting in certification in multiple areas
• A workplace where you can bring your interests

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Hourly rate paid in accordance with SCHADS Award and 12% superannuation
• Shift variation and flexibility
• Mandatory training and professional development provided
• Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits

Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.

Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.