Disability Support Worker Trainee - SmithtonAnglicare Tasmania is offering trainee support worker roles in SmithtonA meaningful job in your local community. Make a difference to someone's life by becoming a support worker. In this role, you will be trained to provide support to people who have been injured in an accident. You can be part of supporting them to live life to the fullest and achieve their personal goals.What does a support worker do?The day-to-day job of a support worker is full of variety. It is built around the needs of the person you are supporting. It can include helping them to carry out daily tasks like:Personal care (showering, grooming and dressing)Medication administrationMeal preparationTransportPurchasesRecord keeping and reportingIt can also include supporting a person to stay connected with their friends, family and the community, learn new skills, or pursue their personal interests and hobbies.Position OverviewAnglicare Tasmania is seeking permanent part-time Disability Support Worker Trainees to work with Acquired Injury Community Support clients in Smithton. Anglicare provides innovative, flexible, person-centred support to people living with an acquired injury. The Acquired Injury Support Service team are looking for people with a genuine desire to provide the best quality care for people with acquired injuries. This role will suit people who are interested in developing a new career by taking up a traineeship position. They also seek people who are eager to learn and are motivated to work by the common values of hope, compassion, justice and respect.Traineeship DetailsIf you are offered a traineeship you will be enrolled in the Certificate III Individual Support (Disability) course. You will be provided with guidance and support to complete the requirements of your qualification, including 120 hours of work placement.As this is a hands-on role, it is most suitable for active individuals who can perform manual handling duties. The Traineeship role is a permanent part-time position and workers must be willing and available to work a variety of shifts over a 24-hour period if required.BenefitsGenerous above-award payPenalty rates for weekend shiftsA range of rostered shifts available (morning, afternoon, night)On-the-job training providedOpportunity to study a Certificate III in Individual Support whilst working in the IndustryRewarding work environmentSalary packaging (Anglicare is a not-for-profit which means that you reduce the amount of tax you pay resulting in you receiving more income)Minimum RequirementsAustralian Residency status or valid Australian working rightsA current provisional or full Australian Driver's Licence and an insured, reliable motor vehicleA current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People registrationA National Police Check (Working with Vulnerable Peoples)IMPORTANTSuccessful applicants are required to have an Anglicare Tasmania assessed medical before commencement.On commencement, successful applicants will be required to undertake our structured Safeguarding Children Training program.APPLICATIONS CLOSE: FRIDAY 08th November 2024 at 6.00pmThis position is available for an immediate start and applications will be shortlisted upon receipt. Click 'Apply' to review the position description.Anglicare Tasmania is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for positions with Anglicare Tasmania must undergo screening processes before a successful appointment.Anglicare Tasmania is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes applications from people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders (ATSI), Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds, and LGBTIQ+ communities.Anglicare Tasmania is committed to providing an inclusive and respectful work environment where all people are valued and have equal access to opportunities to reach their full potential.#J-18808-Ljbffr