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Support WorkerFocus Connect • North Shore, NSW, AU
Support Worker

Support Worker

Focus Connect • North Shore, NSW, AU
30+ days ago
Job description
  • FOCUS Connect focuses on you, so you can focus on what matters.

    Want a job that offers flexibility and the opportunity to give back to the community? Look no further, this is the job for you. FOCUS Connect seeks individuals who are passionate about delivering client focused services.


    Here are the key benefits of joining our team:


    • Competitive pay rates
    • Flexibility
    • A supportive team dedicated to supporting not only clients but you
    • Opportunities to enhance your skills

    Summary:


    We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to provide assistance and support to individuals in need. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds. This position is relevant in all industries and requires a commitment to helping others.

    Responsibilities:


    • Provide emotional and physical support to individuals in need
    • Assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
    • Help individuals with meal preparation and feeding
    • Administer medication as directed by healthcare professionals
    • Accompany individuals to appointments and activities
    • Maintain accurate records of services provided
    • Communicate effectively with individuals, families, and healthcare professionals
    • Monitor and report any changes in an individual's condition
    • Provide a safe and comfortable environment for individuals
    • Group facilitating

    About us:


    Focus Connect (formally known as Macarthur Diversity Services Initiative) is a registered, not-for-profit charity that offers practical help and support services to the disadvantaged and marginalised. Focus Connect seeks to ensure that our organisation and our services are relevant and accessible. Based on an integrated service delivery system Focus Connect's programs are specifically tailored through five broad service areas: children, youth, family, aged and disability.


    Everyone has their own story. We celebrate and value the different experiences, culture and language of each person in our community. Our strength comes from when we create meaningful connections, encourage engagement and support individuals to live their best lives so they can keep contributing to the community around us. At our core is a focus on getting people the support they need, when they need it. Our tailored services are for individual requirements, with a focus on supporting families, parents, youth, people living with a disability, the aged, and carers.


    We focus on you, so you can focus on what matters.


    All candidates must meet the following criteria:


    • Current and valid Working With Children Check clearance (or willing to obtain)
    • Current and valid full Drivers Licence and access to a comprehensively insured vehicle
    • Current and valid First Aid Certificate (or willing to obtain)
    • Cleared National Criminal History check (or willing to obtain)
    • OR current and cleared NDIS Worker Check
    • Experience working within Aged Care or Disability Services
    • Ability to work within a team and also autonomously
    • Working rights in Australia
    • Smartphone to access rostering application
    • Compassionate and patient demeanor

    Desirable Criteria:


    Fluent in either of the following languages; Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Arabic.
    MR licence and ability to drive a bus

    If you believe you meet the above criteria, apply now by:


    A cover letter introducing yourself & addressing essential criteria; and attach your resume.

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