Disability Support Worker- Newcastle

Job description

Disability Support Worker Job Opportunity

Talent Quarter is currently recruiting passionate Disability Support Workers to support participants in the Newcastle and Hunter Region. We have shifts available across days, nights, sleepovers, and weekends for people with experience in managing challenging behaviours.

• Work available in Newcastle, Maitland and surrounding areas.
• We reward your awesomeness with awesome pay.
• Friendly and quick recruitment process.

What’s In It for You

• Gain experience working within one of the most prominent organisations making a difference.
• Competitive pay rates
• Casual pay rates plus salary sacrifice options.
• Have the flexibility of working within 24/7 shifts that best suit your lifestyle.

What You Will Do

• Social care/ transportation of clients in a range of recreational, personal, and educational activities to promote community engagement.
• Assist with daily living by providing domestic support such as cleaning or preparation of meals.
• Provide personal care assistance with an understanding of maintaining dignity and respect for clients.
• Supporting clients in the use of aids and personal equipment, ensuring correct manual handling techniques are followed.
• Administer or assist with prescribed medication.
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation following organisational policies and procedures.

What You Need

• Evidence of 12 months paid work experience.
• National police check (dated within the last 12 months)
• NDIS screening check
• Proof of covid 19 Vaccination
• Manual Handling certificate- HLTWHS005
• Medication Administration certificate- HLTHPS006
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate
• Work with children clearance
• Comprehensive car insurance
• Valid driver’s licence
• NDIS workers orientation module
• Certificate III or IV in Individual Support or Disability

Alternatively, you can also apply directly through our website http://talentquarterapplications.entirehr.com.au