COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Healthy Life Community Services (HLCS) is committed to empowering individuals live a more fulfilling life with enjoyment, purpose and independence. Our prime focus is on creating a boundless list of opportunities for people with disabilities to develop new skills, build confidence and enhance social relationships.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND HOURS

HLCS is currently recruiting for casual Disability Support Workers to join our SIL team in our mission to empower our clients in achieving their NDIS goals and realizing their life aspirations. You will be supporting an individual with complex care and PEG feeding.

At present, we offer personalized one-on-one support services to our clients, encompassing a range of areas, including:

• Daily activities
• Personal Care
• Social engagement
• Assisted living within their homes
• Active community involvement
• Transportation assistance
• Respite care
• Weekday and weekend care

The shifts we have on offer are SIL shifts Monday to Sunday with a 24/7 roster
We are committed to providing comprehensive support across these aspects, ensuring that our clients receive the assistance they need to enhance their daily lives and foster a sense of belonging in their communities.

KEY ROLE:

As a Support Worker, your primary role will be to offer support to participants . You will play a vital role in promoting their autonomy, ensuring they have choices and control over their lives, and assisting them in reaching their individual goals. Your dedication to empowering participants and helping them achieve personal growth will be paramount in this position.

The range of tasks you may undertake as a Support Worker includes, but is not restricted to:

• Providing prompts for personal care activities
• Use of a hoist (for some participants)
• Accompanying clients to their appointments
• Assisting in facilitating community engagement
• Ensuring a safe and positive environment during community outings
• Supporting clients in achieving their NDIS objectives as well as personal goals

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensuring compliance with the service agreement requirements of each funded package and meeting all specified deadlines
• Assisting participants in attaining positive outcomes aligned with their personal goals as outlined in their NDIS plan.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation.
• Working independently within the community or the participant’s home.
• Actively participating in corporate and community events.
• Transporting participants to various services and appointments
• Delivering high-quality support to participants with varying levels of needs.
• Providing detailed reports after each shift.
• Undertaking additional tasks as assigned by the manager.
  By fulfilling these responsibilities, you will contribute to the overall well-being and progress of our participants, ensuring their satisfaction and success in their NDIS journey.