Support Workers (Casual)
Job No:
81604
Location:
Deakin, ACT
- Join a leading NFP organisation and give back to the community!
- Multiple challenging and rewarding roles available!
- Casual positions that provide you with a flexible work/ home life balance!
- Excellent training and career development opportunities!
- Experience working with challenging behaviours will be an advantage
About the Organisation
Focus ACT is a not-for-profit non-government Incorporated Association that offers housing and accommodation support to adults who have an intellectual disability. Focus currently provides over 60,000 hours of direct support annually, with the level of support ranging from providing basic assistance for daily living and managing a home, to intensive 24-hour help.
The organisation aims to assist people with a disability to choose how they want to live, establish and maintain their own home in the community, and manage their daily lives.
Focus believes that:
- People are capable of achieving a fulfilling lifestyle;
- People should live in conditions that are safe and secure;
- People should be encouraged to develop meaningful relationships and participate in the community;
- People should have opportunities to explore their independence.
Focus was established in 1991, and currently has a collective workforce of over 50 casual staff, many who are long-term employees who have developed and maintained positive relationships with the people they assist.
About the Opportunity
Focus ACT has several opportunities available for Grade 2 Accommodation Support Workers to join their friendly team in Deakin, Canberra, on a casual basis. We are looking for Support Workers who are available for rosters that include - week days, evenings, sleep over and weekend shifts.
Your various responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Supporting individuals to develop independent living skills to manage their own home (e.g. shopping, meal preparation);
- Providing assistance with domestic duties and personal care;
- Assisting individuals to manage their medications and well being; and
- Assisting and encouraging individuals to develop and maintain their social relationships.
Experience of working with people with a disability would be highly advantageous, however is not essential, as training will be provided for successful candidates.
Importantly, you will be a caring individual with a non-judgmental attitude, and an understanding of the lifestyle support requirements of people with intellectual disabilities. To be successful in this role you must have strong communication and organisational skills, and the ability to work in challenging situations, both autonomously and as part of a team.
It is essential that you have a First Aid Certificate (or are willing to obtain prior to employment), hold a current driver’s license, and have your own car with comprehensive motor vehicle insurance. You will also be required to hold a current Working With Vulnerable People registration.
About the Benefits
This is a fulfilling and varied job where you will experience professional challenges and the opportunity to be a part of a friendly and dynamic team! You will have the opportunity to truly make a difference and give back to the community!
Your dedication and hard work will be rewarded with an attractive hourly rate circa $26.00 + penalty rates for evenings, weekends and public holidays.
In addition, Focus ACT offers excellent working conditions including long term service leave entitlement after 5 years of employment, paid sick leave, as well as the chance to participate in ongoing training and development programs!
Don’t miss the chance to finish each working day knowing you have truly made a difference, and improved the lives of others within this rewarding role!
Focus ACT is an equal opportunity employer. Australian citizens and candidates who live in Australia with a valid visa need only apply.
To apply, please address the questions outlined below.