Whoever You Are (WEYA) : Disability Support Worker

Location:  Brisbane 

Schedule: Weekends, Weekdays

About the Role

• Whoever You Are is seeking passionate Disability Support Workers to join our team and redefine care standards. As a Disability Support Worker, you will be vital in providing compassionate care and essential skills to individuals with disabilities. You will work collaboratively with a team of dedicated professionals to ensure that each participant receives the highest quality of care. We currently have 15-25 hours available throughout the week, with weekend work available and sleepovers if required. 
• Weekday rates will vary from $37.15-$45.23 an hour, depending on experience
• We are hiring for Monday- Wenesday 7-10am Shifts, and have work outside of these hours when required.
• Saturday and Sunday Rates if required
• We require all staff applying to have experience with complex disabilities.
• More hours will become available as we grow our participant base in Brisbane 
• This role would suit anyone looking to get into the industry or a university student studying a health-related degree. 
• You will be working with a mixed caseload and will be required to work in the western suburbs and the CBD.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and personalised care to individuals with disabilities.
• Assist with activities of daily living and accessing the community 
• Support participants in developing independent living skills
• Facilitate community access and participation
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting

Requirements

• Experience or qualifications in disability support
• Experience in Personal Care: Including showering, grooming, manual handling and hoisting/transfers.
• Experience in managing Complex Behaviours: Ability to remain calm and patient while supporting participants with severe behaviours of concern.
• Experience with Physical & Complex conditions
• A genuine passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong teamwork skills
• A willingness to continuously learn and grow
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current driver's license and reliable car with insurance

Benefits

• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others
• Join a complex- care provider that is lead by an OT
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Full training and development opportunities
• The chance to be part of a team that is committed to providing high-quality care
• Why Whoever You Are?