Community Lifestyle Support – Hervey Bay QLD
Community Lifestyle Support Ltd (CLS) prides itself as a not-for-profit community organisation that has been operating for over 25 years, providing holistic, person-centered support to people residing throughout the Bundaberg and Fraser Coast Regions (Hervey Bay & Maryborough).
CLS is dedicated to the provision of innovative, best-practice services to individuals living with disability. Our purpose is to build a thriving community that celebrates diversity, embraces equality & inspires creativity.
CLS is seeking Casual Lifestyle Support Workers to work in Hervey Bay and Maryborough within the Complex Behaviour & Community Access teams.
Complex Care - Behaviour Support Work in an environment where you provide high-quality support to participants living with complex needs including mental health, behaviour support, and communication challenges.
You will be required to work within a framework of positive behaviour support and will be required to implement restrictive practices safely and ethically. Operational responsibilities may require successful applicants to work in other support areas.
You will have the opportunity to collaborate with CLS specialists and allied health professionals to better understand the person's individual needs and improve their quality of life.
As a Lifestyle Support Worker, you will: Have a willingness to work shift work (e.g. morning, afternoon, night) and split shifts throughout the day. Weekend and sleepover shift availability is highly important.Help our clients with personal care needs i.e., feeding, showering, dressing.Help our clients to learn new skills and socialise in their local community.Assist with medication administration.Assist in the preparation of nutritious meals.Require self-confidence, as well as the ability to assess and manage risks.Have strong verbal and written communication skills.Have a genuine interest in developing relationships with clients who have complex needs.Maintain a non-judgmental approach.To be considered you will have (or have the ability to acquire): Hold Certificate III (or higher) in Individual Support (Disability/Aged Care/Home and Community Care) or demonstrated 2 years relevant industry experience (preferred).Current Yellow Card or NDIS Worker Screening CheckCurrent Blue CardCurrent Driver's Licence with own reliable vehicle (minimum third-party property damage insurance)Current First Aid and CPR certificateHigh level of written and verbal communication skillsDocumenting or journaling experience (preferred)Have access to your own portable smart device e.g., phone, iPad, or Android tabletTraining will be provided in the following areas: Manual handling (including hoists, lifts, and transfers)Recognition of non-verbal cuesPersonal care including showering, aide changing, bed bathsMedication administrationRestrictive practicesPositive Behaviour Support PlansSupporting clients with challenging behaviours (MAYBO)What's in it for you: Be part of a curious, supportive, and caring teamSupportive and inclusive work environmentOpportunities for internal career path advancementOpportunities for professional developmentCompetitive Hourly RatesSalary packaging options to increase your net income.Applications are being reviewed as they are received, with shortlisted applicants contacted to attend an interview.
NOTE: During the Interview you will be asked to provide a copy of the NDIS "Worker Orientation Module 'Quality, Safety and You
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