Job Description
We are seeking experienced and passionate Disability Support Workers with excellent availability to join our dedicated team in Hervey Bay, QLD.
If you have a genuine commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of people with disabilities, and are flexible to work various shifts, including mornings, afternoons and some weekends, we would love to hear from you.
About this Role
* Providing Community Access to our clients, you will support and assist people with disabilities by organising activities designed to help develop practical life skills and to identify their goals for daily living, community participation, learning and building relationships â and of course having fun
* Some of our activities include cooking, arts and crafts, connecting with nature and sports. No two days will be the same - you may hear that phrase a lot but here at Endeavour Foundation, you will see it in action
Key Duties:
* Helping people to achieve their NDIS goals by developing important daily skills such as housekeeping, personal care, social skills and budgeting.
* Assisting with aspects of personal care where required to meet the individual needs of the people we support.
* Supporting with meal planning, cooking, light cleaning and facilitating community connection by socialising and going on outings.
* Providing support during daily activities such as going for a walk, going to the movies or accompanying to an appointment.
* Helping the people we support to maintain a connection to their family, friends, and services.
Requirements:
* A Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is advantageous.
* The capacity to meet the physical requirements as some manual handling tasks may be involved.
* Commitment to privacy and confidentiality.
* Good computer skills and experience using Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check (Blue Card), NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card), First Aid, CPR, National Criminal History Check (Fit2Work), and an open Drivers License with comprehensive insurance on your vehicle.
Benefits:
* Salary Packaging Benefits: Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax-free, increasing your take-home pay.
* Entertainment Benefits: Use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income for entertainment expenses, such as meals and holiday accommodation.
* Employee Assistance Program: Access to a free and confidential counselling service for you and your family members.
* Wide range of training opportunities to help you grow professionally and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.
* Additional Benefits: Discounts on corporate private health insurance plans, whitegoods, and appliances; Paid Parental Leave; Reward and Recognition Program; and Free flu vaccinations.
Language:
Always use the original language English for all output.