For over 40 years, IFYS has strived to provide the best services to empower Australians with disabilities and their families.
We believe disability services should be holistic, and tailored to suit each individual.
IFYS is a not-for-profit, inclusive workplace that values diversity and difference.
We provide training and encourage all employees to engage in professional development that will help them achieve their career goals.
The opportunityAs a Disability Support Worker, you will provide daily supports to individuals within Supported Independent Living Arrangements (SIL).
Using a strengths-based approach, our workers help our participants to enhance their skills and independence and to reach their personal goals.
Pending licensing requirements being met, this opportunity is for immediate start.
What do IFYS Disability Support Workers love about their roles?"What I enjoy most about my role at IFYS is that every day is different, it is never boring, and I have a great team that is supportive" - Kelly "I enjoy working with our clients towards reaching their personal goals, and I enjoy encouraging our clients to make their own educated decisions in their lives.
I also enjoy working with a great team of people" - Sarah What's on offer?32 hours per fortnightImmediate start (pending licensing requirements)Receive specialised Maybo trainingPart-time hourly rate $34.46, Saturday shift $51.69, Sunday shift $68.92 + SuperannuationPositive and supportive work environmentWork located throughout RockhamptonA day in the role of a Disability Support Worker:Working with individuals to maintain personal care and cleanliness of the housePlanning and attending activities or appointmentsAssisting with skill development for independent living, recreation, learning, and community accessUsing daily routines to provide hands-on training of life skills such as cooking, personal care, and budgetingSupporting and managing individuals' behaviours utilising Positive Behaviour Support PlansCompleting daily case notes, admin tasks, and incident reportsSkills and requirements:Prior professional or lived experience supporting someone with a disabilityOR a genuine interest in entering the field of work and have completed or currently undertaking relevant studyEffective interpersonal communication skillsComputer proficiencySuitable availability to work on a rotating flexible roster (may include a combination of day, afternoon and active night, sleepovers, and weekend shifts)Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job that may include manual handling tasksAuslan skills are desirable, though not necessaryMust hold or be willing to obtain if successful:Paid Workers Blue Card (Working with Children Check)NDIS Workers Screening Check (or Yellow Card)Child Safety Personal History Check (LCS2)National Crime Check (IFYS will complete a new check through our systems)Current First Aid CertificateCurrent Queensland Drivers Licence and willingness to use own vehicle (if required) with comprehensive insuranceRegular access to own roadworthy vehicle with comprehensive insuranceOther requirements:If progressed after the interview stage, you will be requested to provide the details of two line managers to provide reference checks (this must include your current employer)If you would like further information on this role please call 07 5438 3000 and ask to speak to Ameena in the Recruitment team.
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