Disability Support Worker - Sydney (Casual) - Female - day and sleepover shifts

Impact Care Solutions
Leppington, Sydney NSW
Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development)
Casual/Vacation
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Posted 25d ago

IMPORTANT: Due to the needs of a particular client/participant currently in our care in the Campbelltown / Leppington area, we are strongly encouraging FEMALE staff to apply, under the exception clause of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 - Sect 31. First Nation and Islander people are also strongly encouraged to apply. However, we also have vacancies for everyone else in our other programs.


The ideal candidate will be responsible for:

  • Offering substantial support to the participant in developing daily living skills.
  • Assisting the participant in timely medication administration.
  • Managing and adapting to repetitive behaviors.
  • Providing support with personal hygiene needs.
     

ABOUT IMPACT CARE SOLUTIONS

Impact offers a range of disability and residential services across the Campbelltown / Leppington area. Our disability services aim to empower people with disabilities to lead meaningful and valued lives.

Our teams are committed to working with our participants to ensure that their individual life goals become a reality. Through the development of practical and social skills, residents can live autonomously and get involved with their community.

MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCE

Disability Support Workers (DSWs) will develop meaningful relationships with participants by getting to know them as people with individual needs, dreams and aspirations. 

In this role you will use the strength of your relationships with participants to support them in working towards their identified goals, whilst empowering them to participate in personal decision making.

MORE THAN A JOB, IT'S A CAREER

Impact will invest in your career.  Our in-house staff development calendar delivers a range of tailored training opportunities aimed at expanding the skills of staff specific to the needs of our participants.

We are currently recruiting for casual positions.

To be a successful, you will -

  • Be committed to improving the lives of people with a disability
  • Be passionate about this industry and supporting vulnerable people
  • Be resilient and able to manage challenging situations as they arise
  • Willing to commit to a variety of different shifts, including overnight, weekends and public holidays
  • Previous experience with psychosocial disabilities or mental health will be highly regarded, however not essential
  • Relevant qualifications and experience are preferred but not essential
  • Be willing to undertake and provide a NDIS Worker Check, WWC, Police Check (6 months) and First Aid Certificate
  • Hold a current drivers license, have a car and comprehensive car insurance

In return you will get -  

  • Up to $44 per hour (casual rate) plus shift penalties and super
  • Salary packaging benefits up to the value of $15,900 per year (for permanent staff)
  • Career development opportunities as Impact expands
  • Training that will develop your skills in the community services sector
  • A supportive team and manager
  • The chance to make a difference in people's lives

We will be assessing applications as soon as they come in, so apply now and don't miss this opportunity!

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:
  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
  • Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
  • Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check?
  • Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
  • Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?
  • Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
  • Have you completed a qualification in disability?

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