Disability Support Worker (DDSO1/1Q)
At Scope, we celebrate people.
This is not just for our customers, but also for our people. That’s why we’re seeking people like you. People who can create meaningful opportunities for people with disability to belong and thrive.
About Home@Scope
Home@Scope is a subsidiary of Scope, one of Australia’s largest providers of disability support services, with over 70 years’ experience. Home@Scope provides supported independent living, short-term accommodation and assistance services.
Job Details
* Permanent Part Time role located in Warrnambool
* You will support our customers with their daily tasks and goals through a person-centred approach.
* Your shifts will be on a monthly rotating roster with a 52/45 fortnightly split.
* Experience within the disability sector, including dealing with behaviours of concern.
* Ability to build and manage friendly relationships within a team environment.
* Certificate IV in Disability (or equivalence) is highly desirable.
* A Driver's licence is required for this role.
Responsibilities
As a Disability Support Worker, you will work with a team on and off-site of specialists with one common purpose – to create meaningful opportunities for people with disability to belong and thrive.
Benefits
To recognise the contribution you make to the lives of our customers, we offer a competitive remuneration package that includes:
* Salary benefits and conditions based on the Disability Services Enterprise Agreement Victoria 2018-2022, with membership to HACSU (Health and Community Services Union).
* Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 per year tax-free in addition to your standard tax-free threshold for salary).
* Purchased Leave Scheme (gives you the opportunity to purchase up to four weeks additional leave on top of your existing four-week Annual Leave entitlement).
* Employee Assistance Program (free confidential support and advice for workplace and personal issues).
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must have or be willing to obtain:
* Certificate IV in Disability (or equivalence).
* NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance and Working with Children's Check (Employee).
* Current Level 2 First Aid & CPR Certificate.
* Valid Australian Working Rights and an International Police Check if you have lived or worked overseas for more than one (1) year within the last ten years.
At Scope, we pride ourselves on collaborating with our people. We’re dedicated to your continuous training and development as we are continuing to expand, not only within Victoria but also across Australia.
Your journey will commence with a paid, thorough orientation and you have the opportunity for a diverse career pathway. We have a team committed to helping you nurture your potential and grow your career with our training and development programs.
Scope (Aust) is a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
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