Male Disability Support Worker
Job No:
SCJR252
Location:
Gympie
Hello, I am 35-year-old man who lives in Gympie. I am looking fo a male support worker who is physically fit, healthy and energetic to support me on weekends and in the evenings. You will assist me with personal care and pursuing my physical interests including water sports and the gym. You must have excellent communication skills and a willingness to listen, learn and take direction from someone with a disability in a professional and respectful manner. An interest in swimming and excercise will be highly regarded.
*No prior knowledge of disability support is required as all training will be provided*
The Role:
- Provide personal care in the evenings to have dinner and prepare for bed
- Support to engage in physical activities
- Support to pursue interests as required
General Shift Information:
- Evenings - 3/4pm - 8pm
- Weekday - 8am - 3pm
- Weekends 9am - 4pm
- Availability required for a couple of weekends a month
*Approximately 30 hours per week + opportunities to pick up extra shifts when team members are on leave
Pay Rates:
- Training Shifts - $30 per hour
- Level 1 Start - $40 per hour
- Saturdays - $50 per hour
- Sundays - $60 per hour
*Rates may be negotiable relative to experience and qualifications*
Essential Requirements:
- Current Open Queensland Drivers License
- Yellow Card / NDIS Workers Screening (Or willing to obtain)
- Current First Aid Certificate & CPR
- NDIS Orientation Module Certificate (or willing to obtain)
- COVID Vaccinated preferred
- Live within reasonable travelling distance
- Working rights in Australia
- Flexibility to pick up additional hours when needed
To Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the above requirements, your availability and interests/hobbies and what you would bring to the role.
Any applications without a cover letter will not be considered.