28 Nov
Innovative Services Australia
Kununurra
About the Role
Located in Kununurra - this not a FIFO role.
Open to discussing relocation support for the right candidate
We are seeking resilient, experienced, passionate and enthusiastic Disability/Mental Health Support Carers with a passion for helping people in the regional areas.
You will need previous experience supporting people with Intellectual and Mental Health Disability as well as complex support needs.
At ISA, we call you Support Mentors as you mentor and work with your clients. The ideal mentor will be friendly, fun and engaging to build a therapeutic relationship to successfully assist our clients with a range of disability-related supports.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow a person-centred support plan to ensure client safety and wellbeing are at the centre of everything you do
- Provide support and assistance with daily living tasks which include prompting/medication administration
- Maintain a high level of progress in note-taking and record-keeping
- Maintain a high level of integrity and regard for professional boundaries, confidentiality and dignity in the delivery of support
- Build and maintain positive relationships with the client and their wider support networks.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience supporting and working with people with complex intellectual disabilities and behaviours
- Experience in working in regional and remote locations
- Culturally competent in supporting people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
- Ability to think on your feet
Requirements
- You are located in Kununurra or willing to relocate
- Australian Driver's Licence
- A minimum of certificate III in Disability / Community Services or relevant industry and/ or lived experience
- Current First Aid Certificate (Including CPR)
- Successful candidates will be required to clear all relevant probity clearances, which include a Working With Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check
Benefits
- We are a growing, innovative organisation that champions the work our people do – regular employee recognition awards and incentives.
- An opportunity to work for an organisation that invests in the quality of its services through the development and training of its employees.
- With a commitment to continuous improvement, ISA provides a range of education and training opportunities in a supportive and collaborative team environment
- Potential relocation support
About the Organisation
Innovative Support Australia (ISA) is a Disability Service Provider with a focus on providing bespoke support to achieve the best possible outcomes for the people we support.
We support young people, adults and their families with disabilities and mental health conditions. We take a creative and collaborative approach to building resilience and the capacity to live independent and inclusive lives.
As the name suggests, we are cutting-edge and are seeking other out-of-the-box thinkers to join our growing team of dedicated support staff.
We are seeking experienced support workers with a strong focus on verbal and physical aggression and advanced de-escalation skills, comprehensive training will be provided to all applicants, with the opportunity to professionally develop your career.
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
Company Overview
Please visit https://www.isaust.com.au/ for more information
📌 Disability Support Worker - Kununurra FIFO
🏢 Innovative Services Australia
📍 Kununurra
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