Disability Support Worker (female). Casual – Tamworth

About the Role

This is a role in a Supported Independent Living (SIL) environment. SIL means supporting people with disability in shared housing or in their own home, providing various supports including personal care and daily living assistance. You can expect to work across a 24/7 roster.

As a Disability Support Worker in this role, you will provide active, person centred support to a female client a strong and assertive personality which can be a valuable asset when advocating for their needs and preferences. In order to provide the best support to our client, we are seeking applicants that have experience in the use of behaviour support plans and de-escalating behaviours. Due to the nature of these services, you will be required to work across a 24/7 roster. Roster includes sleepovers, weekends and public holidays. Availability for overnight shifts is a must.

*The Employer considers that being female is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under Section 27 (2), ©, (e) and (g) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.

Key Responsibilities

Follow personalised support and behaviour plans while assisting clients with daily living activities and encouraging community engagement
Track and document an individual’s progress through thorough record-keeping
Providing support to clients who have complex needs or behaviours of concern
Skills & Experience

An unrestricted New South Wales driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
Committed to work flexible work hours across the week, including public holidays
Ability to use basic technology and software on a mobile and desktop
A current First Aid and CPR Certificate
Successful candidates will be required to clear all state-based probity checks; including but not limited to a National Criminal History Record Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Please note: To be considered for and appointed to a position at Life Without Barriers, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a minimum of two (2) doses or hold a valid medical exemption certificate, in accordance with Life Without Barriers Employee COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. You will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status during the recruitment process

About the Organisation

Empowering people with disability to live life the way they choose is at the heart of how Life Without Barriers has operated for over 25 years. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and continue this mission. Support people with disability to have the choice, control, and independence to live their best life. If you’re passionate about inclusivity, respect, and making a meaningful difference, this is the career move for you.

Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose, not for profit organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people, and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless, refugees and asylum seekers.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client’s individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

Benefits:

Casual hourly rate from $41.76 per hour as per the SCHADS award
Up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free through salary packaging of everyday expenses such as Rent, Mortgage and Bills as well as access to discounts on retail outlets, cinemas, restaurants and more
National career pathways across various support programs
Join an organisation that champions diversity, inclusivity, and equality
How to Apply

Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. For any enquiries including persons with disability that require adjustments, contact Caprisse Angemi at [email address removed]