Disability Support Worker- Day Programs - MuswellbrookPart Time Positions Available
Challenge Community Services is an Equal Employment Opportunityemployer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds,including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Culturally andLinguistically Diverse backgrounds.
About Challenge
Our Disability Services - Day Programs help clients livefulfilling lives through engaging activities and communityparticipation, while building life skills and confidence. We caterto individuals with varying support needs, including those who usewheelchairs and other aids, and provide additional medical and caresupport.
Clients attend weekdays for day programs or weekends forcommunity participation, tailored to their disability level andgoals. Support workers help clients develop skills throughactivities like cooking, music, crafts, sports, reading, andsinging.
The Role
As a Disability Support Worker in our Day Programs, you willsupport clients with disabilities, focusing on skill developmentand enriching their lives through enjoyable activities. This rolemay also include providing in-home support, requiring flexibilityfor afternoon and night shifts.
Essential Criteria
1. Australian Driver's Licence
2. First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain one duringonboarding
3. Current NSW Working with Children Check
4. NDIS Worker Screening Check
5. Satisfactory Police Check
6. Flexibility to work in a daily care service
7. Competence with Microsoft Office, particularly Word andOutlook
8. Covid-19 Vaccination status, including booster
Desirable Criteria
9. Understanding of NDIA processes
10. Certificate III or IV in Disability Support or equivalent
11. Mental Health First Aid
12. Handy craft skills (sewing, knitting, crocheting)
Benefits of Working for Challenge
13. Competitive pay rates based on qualifications and experience(Schad's Award)
14. Salary Packaging Options to increase your take-home pay
15. Entertainment/Meal Card: Use up to $2,650 of your pre-taxincome annually
16. Novated lease: Reduce your taxable income by packaging your carcosts
17. Flexible working hours with a fortnightly roster
18. Extra leave options: Buy extra annual leave or use it as asaving incentive
19. Training and development opportunities
20. Annual Flu Vaccination
21. Day off on your birthday!
Apply now to join a supportive team dedicated to making adifference!
How to apply
When applying, please ensure you include a cover letter, resumeand address the key selection criteria as part of yourapplication.