Support Worker Launceston & Surrounding suburbsLaunceston TAS, Australia
DescriptionChoice Support Tasmania is looking for support workers in the Launceston and surrounding areas.We are looking for dedicated, reliable, and empathetic Support Workers and Complex Support Workers who want to make a difference by supporting our participants in achieving their goals and living their best life.Choice Support Tasmania is currently accepting applications for Complex Support Workers for the Launceston and surrounding areas.Training will be providedOur ideal candidate will have: Willingness to learn to become the best Support WorkerWillingness to support people with Mental Health and Complex BehavioursPrepared to undergo training for the use of a Hoist, PEG Feeding and Epilepsy ManagementFlexible availability & a long-term commitment to Choice Support TasmaniaWillingness to travelSleepovers are a MUSTRequirementsAn understanding of the disability/community services sector and person-centred supportTransferable life/work skills along with a caring and compassionate approachA valid driver's license and a reliable vehicleNDIS Worker Screening Check or ability to obtainThe legal right to work in AustraliaA genuine interest in the wellbeing & inclusion of people with disabilities including Complex behaviour supportEssential criteria:An understanding of the disability/community services sector and person-centred supportTransferable life/work skills along with a caring and compassionate approachA valid driver's license and a reliable vehicleNDIS Worker Screening Check or ability to obtainThe legal right to work in AustraliaExcellent communication skillsA genuine interest in the wellbeing & inclusion of people with disabilities including Complex behaviour supportPlease note: The position is for Launceston (Please ensure you click the correct job application)MeaningWhy work at Choice Support Tasmania? Attractive remuneration per hour plus superPotential career development opportunitiesA matching process designed to build long term relationships between support workers and participantsEnjoy ongoing support from a dedicated Management, who is your central point of contact and committed to ensuring a safe work environmentExtensive online & specialised in-person training as required, run by leading professionalsWorking in the disability sector can be hugely rewarding.While it does offer its challenges, working as a Disability Support Worker can also offer you a fulfilling and stable career path that will allow you to work with a wide range of Participants with Choice Support Tasmania.Some of your Participants will need more assistance than others, depending on the disability they are living with. Working closely with these people, you can look forward to building strong relationships with your Participants as you empower them to live their best lives.You get to enjoy extraordinary job satisfactionHow many people can say that their job brings them true satisfaction?When you work in the disability sector, your job involves helping people to live their best lives.Whatever capacity you find yourself working in, you will be making a difference in the lives of your Participants with Choice Support Tasmania. And what can be more rewarding than that?With many people these days looking for jobs that are driven by purpose, rather than profit, a career in disability can offer amazing job satisfaction.
ResponsibilitiesThe role may involve but not limited to the following: Assistance with community access and recreational activitiesPersonal care (showering, toileting, and personal hygiene assistance)Manual handling and/or the use of equipment to support mobility (wheelchairs or hoists)Transportation and supporting social engagementDomestic duties such as meal preparation and cleaningComplex behaviour support & regular training #J-18808-Ljbffr