Title: Disability Support Worker

Job Summary:The Disability Support Worker provides person-centered support to individuals with disabilities, promoting independence, well-being, and quality of life. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, personal care, mobility, communication, and other needs, while adhering to ethical guidelines and legal requirements. Key Responsibilities:

• Personal Care: Assist with personal hygiene, dressing, toileting, and other personal care needs.
• Mobility and Transfers: Support individuals with mobility, transfers, and using assistive devices.
• Communication: Facilitate communication between individuals, family members, and other professionals.
• Daily Living Activities: Assist with meal preparation, shopping, household tasks, and other daily activities.
• Skill Development: Encourage and support the development of new skills and interests.
• Care Planning: Participate in the development and implementation of individual care plans.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of support provided, observations, and any relevant incidents.
• Safety: Ensure a safe and supportive environment for individuals, adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
• Duty of Care: Maintain a duty of care to the individuals you support.
• Reporting: Report any concerns or changes in an individual’s condition or behavior to the appropriate personnel.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with other staff members, family members, and other professionals.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Essential:
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home & Community, or Disability) And/or Certificate IV in Disability
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• NDIS Workers orientation Module Certificate & Associated NDIS Certifications
• Covid-19 Infection Control Training Certificates
• WWCC (Working with Children Check)
• NDIS Screening Number and/or Police Check certificate
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Desirable:
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of specific disability types and support needs.
• Ability to administer medications (with appropriate training).
• Experience with behavior support plans.
• Valid driver’s license

To Apply:

• Please submit your resume and cover letter to Admin@aivahealthcare.com.au
• Please Share some experience you may have had in the disability/aged care or NDIS Field
• Please Share if you speak additional languages

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Subcontract, Casual, Contract, Graduate
Pay: $27.00 – $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Professional development assistance

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In perso

• Personal Care: Assist with personal hygiene, dressing, toileting, and other personal care needs.
• Mobility and Transfers: Support individuals with mobility, transfers, and using assistive devices.
• Communication: Facilitate communication between individuals, family members, and other professionals.
• Daily Living Activities: Assist with meal preparation, shopping, household tasks, and other daily activities.
• Skill Development: Encourage and support the development of new skills and interests.
• Care Planning: Participate in the development and implementation of individual care plans.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of support provided, observations, and any relevant incidents.
• Safety: Ensure a safe and supportive environment for individuals, adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
• Duty of Care: Maintain a duty of care to the individuals you support.
• Reporting: Report any concerns or changes in an individual’s condition or behavior to the appropriate personnel.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with other staff members, family members, and other professionals