Disability Support Worker

About the Role

Are you looking for a great opportunity to build a rewarding career where you can make a difference to the lives of people with a disability? We have a number of vacancies available throughout the Western suburbs of Melbourne.

We support individuals to pursue their interests, achieve their lifestyle goals, develop new skills and be valued as equal citizens in the community.

Your role may involve providing assistance with all aspects of daily living including personal care, assistance with household tasks and meaningful engagement within their home and community environments.

About You

Shinning Star is requesting someone with a tutoring background or teaching background. Shift are every Friday 10 : 30am for 1 hour. Paid 2-3 hours.

If you are passionate about supporting people to manage their own lifestyles and live the life they choose, we would like to hear from you. To be successful in this role, you will need :

• Cert IV in Disability or a relevant qualification and a minimum of 6mths experience in the sector
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid training
• Manual Handling training (or willing to obtain)
• International Police check (if applicable)
• Access to a car and driver's licence
• A positive, reliable, empathetic approach to support people of all ages and backgrounds living with a disability
• COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate or Immunisation evidence required
• Demonstrated, proven experience working with individuals who may have complex support needs in different environments
• Proven can do, positive and willing attitude
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Friendly disposition and engaging manner
• Initiative and self-motivation
• Flexibility and availability is essential in this role, with the ability to work a variety of shifts

Why Join Us?

Great team - We're looking to build a great team of staff

Strong values - Respect, listening, empowerment and responsiveness

Training and development - Provided as well as mentoring is available so that you can be the best at what you do

How to Apply

Job Type

Casual

Salary

28 - 32

Licence / Certification :

First Aid Certification (required)

Working with Children Check (required)

National Police Certificate (required)

Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation :

Australia (required)

Job Type

Casual

Pay : $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Schedule :

Fixed shift

Licence / Certification :

First Aid Certification (preferred)

Working with Children Check (preferred)

NDIS Worker Screening Check (preferred)

National Police Certificate (preferred)

Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation :

Australia (preferred)

Work Location : In person