Status

Casual/Part Time

or

Independant Contractor

Hours

Flexible Shifts

(weekday, weekends)

4 – 38 hours a week available

Responsible to

Support Coordinator

Location

Melbourne Metro

& most capital cities

Rate

$32-$40 per hour (weekday)

Position Responsibilities

- Support clients to participate in age appropriate activities and tasks including in home support and community access.
- Support clients to access activities and outings in the community.
- Provide direct assistance to each client in accordance with their service plan and as directed
- Work in accordance with the medication administration policy, work health and safety procedures and client right’s policies including privacy and confidentiality.
- Monitor the safety and well-being of the clients and report any concerns to the Manager.
- Ensure completion of appropriate documentation. Relevant information on support provided is to be recorded in client notes and communication book as required.
- Work with clients, family/ carers, relevant case managers and other professionals to support the client’s individual goals.
- In conjunction with other members of staff assist in developing, implementing and evaluating training and behaviour programs to attain identified individual goals.
- Ensure that all programming undertaken is appropriately maintained, documented and reviewed.
- Assume the role of key worker for designated clients, including the preparation of a monthly report on client progress.
- Liaise extensively with other staff to ensure the overall smooth and consistent running of the service.




- Participate in Performance Development meetings to identify ongoing training and support opportunities.
- Notify the service if you are unable to work your rostered shifts, with as much notice as possible.
- Take reasonable care for his or her own health and safety
- Take reasonable care that his/her acts or omissions do not adversely affect the health and safety of other persons.
- Keep them self fully informed of the contents of the NDIS system and apply it to daily work

To be considered in this role:

- Certificate IV in Disability, Community Service, Individual Support, Age Care or willing to work towards the same. We can help you through the process
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- National Police Check
- Working with Children Check
- First Aid certificate and CPR
- NDIS Workers Orientation
- Eligibility to work in Australia
- Fully COVID Vaccinated with evidence
- Current full Driver’s license

Competencies and Experience:

- Previous experience in a similar role – Minimum of 3 months relevant experience
- Previous experience supporting People with Disability.
- Demonstrated proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to effectively prioritise and organise own work / caseload.
- Demonstrated commitment to career development, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.

HOW TO APPLY

Please read the Position description and send your application to [email protected]

Please include resume and a cover letter outlining why you are the right person for this role.

For any questions about the position, please phone 1300 101 289

📌 Support Worker (Melbourne)
🏢 ATZ Care
📍 Melbourne