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Disability Support Worker

Disability Support Worker

Jabez Disability CareCanberra, Australia
4 days ago
Job description

Canberra

We are always seeking applicants who are reliable, motivated, patient and compassionate with a positive attitude. You have to be able to handle complex and sometimes challenging situations in a calm and rational manner, be a proactive thinker and an independent and responsible worker.

  • What we offer
  • Casual positions
  • Above award wages depending on experience
  • Mileage payment for use of own car
  • Training towards professional development

To be eligible for this role, you have to be an experienced and qualified Support Worker who is truly passionate about caring for others.

You will be providing one on one support to assist people living with an intellectual, physical, and psychosocial disability to achieve their NDIS goals.

  • About the role
  • Work with high care clients
  • Work with participants to maximise their self-esteem and independence.
  • Form genuine and trusting relationships with participants and their families.
  • Work with people one on one
  • Work with a hands-on proactive approach using initiative and creativity to engage with participants.
  • Essential requirements
  • Working with Vulnerable People Card / Registration
  • Current Police Check
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Current driver's licence
  • Access to a reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle
  • Working rights in Australia
  • Ability to work 15 hours minimum per week
  • Essential Experience and Qualifications
  • Capacity to establish rapport and build supportive relationships with people living with a disability, their families and external service providers based on mutual trust and respect
  • Proven ability to use person-centred and strength-based approaches.
  • Thorough understanding and appreciation of personal and professional boundaries, privacy, and confidentiality
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional organisational and time management skills
  • Demonstrated computer and database skills that will ensure consistent, quality documentation and reporting.
  • Proactive and hands-on approach, including the ability to work under limited supervision.
  • Minimum Cert III in community services or a related field
  • Desirable
  • Minimum Cert IV in either disability or mental health qualification, or working towards one
  • Experience, knowledge and skills working with people living with a disability
  • Ability to work outside normal business hours
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