Disability Support Worker

Manning Valley Anglican College; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community support organization is seeking dedicated individuals for casual roles assisting individuals with disabilities. The role requires empathy, strong communication skills, and a commitment to empower participants through person-centered support. Ideal candidates will have relevant checks and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Discounts on school enrolment fees

Paid parental leave

Access to fitness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Pre-employment medical check and valid driver's license required.
• Experience in support roles and handling sensitive community needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living activities and community engagement.
• Assist with personal care and emotional management.
• Manage household tasks and health needs.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Problem-Solving

Education

Pre-employment medical check

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Working with Children Check

First Aid Certification

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

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Thisrewarding positionwithina positive, strengths based, and person-centred service will see you support individuals living with a disability to reach their potential and achieve their goals.

• Casual positions available in Community Supports (hours between 6:00am-8:00pm)
• Casual positions available in SIL (availability across 24/7 roster)

Please specify in cover letter the position you're interested in.

Why work with us?

Our team are the heart of what we do here at Samaritans. As part of the Samaritans team, you will have access to the following great benefits:

• Salary Package a range of everyday living expenses (Mortgage, Rent and Bills), up to $611/fortnight.
• Career and development opportunities
• Up to 40% off on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
• Flexible working options (let us work around your availability)
• 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave.
• Give back to the community and the people we support.
• Access to Fitness Passport (over 300+gyms)
• Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program

What we’re looking for

• You will support household activities, medical and health needs, attending community events/activities, personal care, meal management, transport, communication, and managing emotions and behaviours.

About you

• Be open to having conversations & be a good listener, without judgement
• Show initiative & think outside the box
• Empower participants you support- 'Do With' not 'Do For'
• Complete a pre-employment medical, NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working with Children Check,First Aid and have a valid driver’s licence.
• Casual opportunities available
• Preferably be able to work a Rotating roster including some weekends and sleep overs/active night & split shifts.

Who we are?

Formally known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and Central Coast.

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.

For more information on who we are and the work we do, visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au.

Please include your cover letter addressing the essential criteria, and your resume.

Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.

No third-party applications please

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Community Services & Development 101-1,000 employees

Samaritans is here to support and help people through tough times. We give our help unconditionally with care and respect, empowering individuals to build their resilience and find their place in the community. Our belief in social justice means we stand up for what is right and are not afraid to amplify the voices of people in our society who go unheard.

Samaritans is here to support people in their early years of life through our work in foster care, family support and preservation.

We are here to enrich and empower people’s lives through our disability support and mental health programs.

Samaritans is here for everyone. People are diverse, and so are we.

Samaritans is here to support and help people through tough times. We give our help unconditionally with care and respect, empowering individuals to build their resilience and find their place in the community. Our belief in social justice means we stand up for what is right and are not afraid to amplify the voices of people in our society who go unheard.

Samaritans is here to support people in their early years of life through our work in foster care, family support and preservation.

We are here to enrich and empower people’s lives through our disability support and mental health programs.

Samaritans is here for everyone. People are diverse, and so are we.

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