Disability Support Worker

Intro
More Than Support is a NDIS registered service provider operating in Victoria and Queensland. Our company provides a variety of services including personal care, mobility assistance, nursing care, travel and transportation, community participation, specialised disability accommodation, supported independence living, support coordinator (level 2 and level 3), counselling, psychology, and others.

Job Description

We are seeking dedicated Disability Support Workers to join our Melbourne team (Western Suburbs and Frankston Area). The position will work in a dynamic environment, providing an integrated and flexible model of care to our participants. This care can involve in-home care, community access and companionship. This role provides experience in direct client care, flexible working hours, an inclusive and vibrant community, training and professional development and a rewarding career. This is a causal position that provides flexible shifts that can work around your schedule.

Skills and Responsibilities:

• Supporting people with daily living skills such as shopping, cooking, travel, training

• Connecting and linking people into the community with local activities and
  recreational interests.

• Providing meal assistance and meal preparation.

• Medication prompting assistance and monitoring.

• Assisting with showering, dressing and personal care related tasks with the use of manual handling aids if appropriate.

• Basis tasks that may include booking appointments, assisting with shopping, paying bills, liaising with service coordinator.

• Accompany to social group and other activities if required.

• Providing physical support which may include helping with household tasks and personal care.Providing emotional support for an individual and their families.

• Encouraging and supporting the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests.

• Working with other healthcare professionals to ensure that all care needs meet.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Australian Permanent Resident or Citizen

• Australian Drivers License (Own Car)

• National Police Check

• First Aid Certificate (It lasts for two years)

• All required certificates must be held before commencing employment

• CPR Certificate (It lasts for a year)

• Working With Children Check (employee)

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
  

• Minimum 1-2 years experience working with people with disabilities is required

If you would like to be part of our team, please submit a copy of both your resume and cover letter. If you have any questions, please contact the department of Human Resources Manager on **@morethansupport.com.au