Female Disability Support Worker
Job No:
SDP624
Location:
Caboolture
2 Support roles with 2 shifts per week each:
Role 1:
- Monday Day 9am – 4pm
- Friday Sleepover 4pm – 9am
Role 2:
- Tuesday 9am - 4pm
- Wednesday Sleepover 4pm - 9am
*Workers must also have availability to cover occasional relief (for team of 7)
Key Duties:
- Assist with daily living including personal care
- Domestic assistance including cooking, cleaning, and household duties
- Social and community engagement
Hello, I am a 42-year-old woman living in my own home in Caboolture. I love my dog and enjoy going on outings for a drive and walks with him. I am looking for 2 new support workers to join my dedicated team of long-term workers that support me at home, 24hrs 7 days per week. I enjoy new and interesting creative ideas that people bring to the role. I am looking for mature-minded, experienced people to assist me with daily living. You must have excellent communication skills, be a skilled negotiator and be a good role model. The successful applicants will have at least 1 year’s previous experience supporting people with complex disabilities and ability to work independently. Training and buddy shifts are provided and required.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a team of long-term support workers; the position offers a great hourly rate and work-life balance for the right applicant. We are looking for someone who always works respectfully, ensures the dignity of the individual and understands the importance of inclusion, connection, and networking in the local community. You will support the individual’s vision, choices, and the lifestyle they wish to lead.
Requirements:
- Minimum 1-year previous experience in the Disability Sector or related field
- Able to work in a smoke free environment
- Ability to work closely with and take direction from the family
- Physically fit due to nature of the role
- Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously
- Current Open Queensland Driver’s License
- Current First Aid and CPR (or willing to obtain)
- Working with Children check (or willing to obtain)
- NDIS Disability Workers Screening Clearance (or willing to obtain)
- Auslan highly desirable but not required as training will be provided
- Basic computer skills
Pay Rates:
- Monday to Friday 6am to 8pm shift - $38 per hour
- Monday to Friday 8pm - 6am shift - $42.56 per hour
- Saturday - $53.20 per hour
- Sunday - $68.40 per hour
- Public Holidays - $83.60 per hour
- Sleepover allowance $90.00 per shift
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