Disability Support Worker

This is a casual role and will be based in

• Preston VIC.
• Are you looking for a job which provides flexibility and the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of people with disabilities?
• About You

We require our Care Workers to be reliable, committed, and empathetic individuals to provide quality care as a Support Worker.

• We look for

A can-do attitude and genuine interest in helping others

Various hobbies - sewing, arts, gardening, cooking and scrap booking to name a few!

Experience in various outdoor pursuits and activities

A practical understanding of hygiene assistance and commitment of care

Enjoyment in social activities, and one-on-one engagement

Understanding of physical limitations and a safe, sensible approach

Creativity, enthusiasm, sensitivity and emotional stability

Strong communication and organisational skills - able to manage your time and support clients to do the same in an everyday capacity

People who have some extra time and appreciate being with others

Those who have strong work ethics and enjoy being team player

Commitment to providing responsive and considerate care

Prioritise punctuality and reliability

Prioritise individual, family and guardian needs

Flexible and adaptive communication skills

• Qualifications required
• Certificate IV in Disability or Diploma of Community Services or equivalent.
• A current National Police Certificate
• Required Experience in mental health.
• Required Experience in using Hoist.
• Open Valid Driver License and your own, reliable vehicle (must required)
• At least one year experience supporting someone with complex disabilities and behaviours of concern
• Current First aid Certificate Smart Phone and internet access.
• Physically capable of meeting the requirements of the role.
• All applicants must have a relevant visa or working rights in Australia.

A Care Worker role with 9D care will provide you with training and development opportunities, flexibility in working hours and access to a network of fellow carers passionate about improving quality of life.

With our customer as our number one priority, we are expanding our service offering to ensure we are at the forefront in providing tailored care to an individual.

• Next Steps
• Job Type
• Casual
• Salary
• 34.00 - $36.00 per hour
• Benefits
• Referral program
• Travel reimbursement

Ability to commute / relocate :

• Preston VIC : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence / Certification :

• First Aid Certification (required)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (required)
• Manual Handling certificate (required)

Work Authorisation :

• Australia (required)