Disability Support Practitioner at Cerebral Palsy Alliance

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

34.59

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compassionate Support, Person-Centered Care, Independence Development, Personal Care Assistance, Medication Administration, Manual Handling, Client Wellbeing Monitoring, Team Collaboration

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Location Elanora Heights, NSW, Australia Join us and make a positive difference to the lives of people with disabilities, and to grow your career as part of our alliance of great minds. Our shared values are Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous. Important information: We are looking for a dedicated Disability Support Worker to join our Accommodation and Respite service at our Elanora Heights group home. This is a Permanent Part-Time opportunity, offering 25 hours per week, with a variety of shifts, including morning, day, evening, and awake night shifts. Ideal for individuals who are committed to making a genuine difference in the lives of others. In this rewarding role, you will provide compassionate, person-centered support, empowering our clients to live as independently as possible while advocating for their individual needs, choices, and goals. Key Responsibilities Support clients to develop and maintain independence, dignity, and confidence Deliver individualised care, including assistance with: Mealtimes Personal care (toileting, showering) Medication administration Manual handling using a range of equipment and aids Monitor client wellbeing, documenting and reporting on progress and any changes Work collaboratively as part of a fun, supportive, and dynamic team Requirements: We are open to both green and experienced candidates. Whether you have been in the sector for a while or are new to it, you will need to be committed, compassionate, eager to learn, and demonstrate person-centered care - treating all clients with respect, dignity, and professionalism. A current NSW Driver's License (P2 minimum). We offer Attractive hourly rate, starting at $34.59 + Super + Penalty Rates Salary packaging Opportunity to complete a nationally recognised qualifications, including Certificate III in Individual Support (CPA covers the cost for this) $100 per year Well-being Allowance (eg: purchase sports equipment, have a massage, take a meditation class) Discounted gym membership for you and your family, using Fitness Passport Join an industry leader and high performing team with specialist training opportunities Paid Employee Referral Bonus Program, where you can be rewarded for referring a friend that joins CPA. Important information: At CPA the safety of our staff and clients is of paramount importance. We have assessed this role type as requiring a high level of physical functionality with some inherent requirements. For more information on what that may mean for this role please click here. Please let us know if you have any pre-existing injuries or illnesses which you are currently seeking, or have sought, medical treatment for which you think may impact your ability to fulfil the inherent requirements of this role. CPA is committed to supporting an inclusive work environment and engaging workers with diverse lived experience. We will happily consider and accommodate reasonable adjustments that may be required to support candidates throughout the recruitment process, and to be successful and safe employees of CPA. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our clients and staff. As such we encourage all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds, advocates for, and protects the rights, wellbeing and safety of people with a disability. We are a child safe organisation and all workers are responsible to adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct. CPA is a smoke free workplace including in, on and around CPA sites and vehicles. How to Apply Please click 'Apply' to complete your application. Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a ground-breaking, global centre of expertise for cerebral palsy research, advocacy, intervention and assistive technology innovation. For over 75 years, we have been driven by our founders’ vision of a future where nothing is impossible for babies, children, teenagers and adults living with Cerebral Palsy. Our research and innovation inform our world-class services, which include early childhood intervention, therapy, health and wellbeing, sports, assistive technology, independence skill building, supported accommodation and employment services. Find out more at cerebralpalsy.org.au

Responsibilities

The role involves providing compassionate, person-centered support to clients, helping them maintain independence and dignity. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, medication administration, and monitoring client wellbeing.