Casual Disability Support Worker

IMMEDIATE START APPLICATION CLOSE ON 30th NOV 2024

$35 - $63 p.h. + Super

We are currently seeking a female support worker who for around 12h per week support in a Casual basis.

BARA CARE is a leading registered disability support company devoted to enhance the lives of our participants and providing them with the opportunity to achieve their goals and lead a fulfilling life through a Person-Centered approach and high quality support. We offer a range of support services to individuals who are part of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and their families.

The positions would be ideal for people with an interest to work with individuals who have a range of disabilities and passionate about making a difference and want to join a supportive team.

Job Description:
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Female Support Workers to provide high-quality care and support to our participants in the northern suburbs of Brisbane - Queensland. As a Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in helping individuals with disabilities lead independent and meaningful lives.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Support Worker you will:

• Be respectful and communicate well with family members of those who you work with as you will be working in the participant’s family homes.

• Be able to think on your feet and be able to adapt to different situations and participants.

• Support the people we care for to grow their skills basis and abilities to perform tasks to help live a meaningful and good life.

• Support to develop and maintain independence and safety. This may be through personal care and hygiene, health and wellbeing, meal preparation, shopping and household chores, mobility and transportation or supporting them to access the community and activities

• Provide emotional and social support to individuals

• Assist individuals in developing and achieving their goals

• Monitor and document progress of individuals

• Follow all safety protocols and procedures

• Other duties as assigned

Please note that you may be required to work morning and afternoon depending what will be required of the participant which will include some weekend and public holiday shifts too.

Criteria:

• Physically fit and active

• The ability to develop a positive relationship with the participant

• Able to work in a fast paced environment

• NDIS Worker Screening Check

• Working with Children's Check

• Covid-19 Vaccination Certificate

• First Aid and CPR

• Police Check 

• NDIS ‘New Worker Induction Module’

• Cert III in Individual Support or Cert IV in Disability (or equivalent) is desirable

• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred

• Ability to remain calm and patient in challenging situations

• Have driver’s license and own car with comprehensive car insurance

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate

• Supportive team environment

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities

How to Apply:

If you are ready to join a dynamic team that values empathy, respect, and excellence in disability support, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and passion for this role. Apply through indeed or send your application to HR@baracare.com.au