Disability Support Worker.
Permanent Part Time - Box Hill South.Apply now Job no: 504444
Employment type: Part Time
Location: Melbourne
Categories: Disability
At Life Without Barriers we consider gender a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), (c), (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, and so we ask that only Female applicants apply. Empowering people with disability to live life the way they choose is at the heart of how Life Without Barriers has operated for over 25 years.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and continue this mission.
Support people with disability to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life.
If you're passionate about inclusivity, respect, and making a meaningful difference, this is the career move for you. About the role Are you a person who seeks to inspire, empower and support individuals with a disability to have better lives?
We are looking for a positive, experienced and committed support worker to assist our client to achieve her best life.
Our client is in her 50's, she loves social outings, walks in the park, community singing groups, arts and crafts, having a coffee and swimming.
Our client lives alone and requires support in her home with all aspects of daily living, support shifts are 1:1.
Key Responsibilities Provide quality direct 1:1 support to service users in line with their support needs, the program they are accessing, and all support plans including the service users Individual PlanIncrease the service users' skills through independence, personal growth and development through the provision of active support and their enhanced participation as a valued member of their communityImplement development programs and identify and support learning opportunities for service usersAssist in the delivery of programs that facilitate service users' development of social networks and inclusion in community activitiesActively provide residents with night time routine and support as required.Skills and Experience Certificate IV in Disability or equivalent Disability related qualificationA current Senior First Aid (level 2) CertificateExperience supporting people with AutismAbility to work unsupervised, support shifts are 1:1A commitment to supporting and promoting the individual needs, skills, abilities and personal goals of people with disabilitiesThe ability to develop a positive relationship with service users and to support their Individual Personal PlanTo Apply: Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click 'Apply' and follow the prompts.
For any general enquiries including requests to view the roster line prior to applying; (not applications) including persons with disability that require adjustments please contact ****** To be considered for and appointed to a position at Life Without Barriers, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or hold a valid medical exemption certificate.
You will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status during the recruitment process.
Advertised: 20 Dec 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 05 Jan 2025 23:55 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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