Disability Support Worker - Castlemaine VIC at Parma Tavern

Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Person-Centered Care, Personal Care, Manual Handling, Community Access, Behavior Support, Documentation, Professional Boundaries, Infection Control, Animal-Assisted Activities, Interpersonal Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

About the role As a Disability Support Worker joining CareChoice you will be supporting one of our clients in Castlemaine providing person-centered care promoting independence, dignity and quality of life. This role is ideal for a compassionate and reliable Support Worker with at least 2 years' experience working within the disability or related industry. Experience with Behaviours of Concern is desirable. What you'll do Provide high-quality, person-centred support to people with disability in their homes and in the community. Assist with personal care, including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility support, with respect, dignity and privacy. Undertake safe manual handling tasks, including use of hoists and other mobility aids, in line with training and organisational procedures. Support clients with community access, including attending appointments, shopping, social and recreational activities and community programs. Follow individual support plans, behaviour support plans and health care plans to ensure consistent, safe and effective support. Monitor and report any changes in clients’ health, behaviour or circumstances to supervisors in a timely and accurate manner. Accurately complete and maintain required documentation, including progress notes, incident reports and other records. Work collaboratively with families, carers, other support workers and professionals to achieve client goals and positive outcomes. Promote clients’ choice, control, independence and participation in decision-making at all times. Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality and a high standard of ethical practice. Follow all workplace health and safety guidelines, including risk management and infection control procedures. Where relevant, support clients to engage in horse-related or animal-assisted activities, using safe and respectful handling practices (experience with horses is desirable). Participate in ongoing training, supervision and team meetings as required to maintain skills and service quality. Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience as a Disability Support Worker or in a closely related support role. Certificate III or Certificate IV in Disability, Individual Support, Aged Care or a related community services field. Demonstrated experience providing personal care, including assistance with showering, dressing, toileting and mobility. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive, professional relationships with clients, families and colleagues. Current First Aid and CPR certificates (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement). Current Victorian Working With Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check (or ability to obtain, as required by legislation). Current Victorian driver’s licence and access to a reliable, registered and insured vehicle suitable for transporting clients, if required for the role.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, person-centered support to individuals with disabilities in their homes and the community. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, implementing support plans, and facilitating community participation.