This is a permanent part time role of at least 20 hours per week or more to work with NDIS participants living independently in a 24-hour SIL home in Narara, NSW.
About the Opportunity
- Permanent Part‑Time, minimum 20 hours or more per week in Narara
- SCHADS Level 2.1 base rate $36.22 per hour, salary packaging benefits up to $18,550 per year, additional penalty rates and superannuation.
- Flexible to be available 7 days a week, 24/7, with 1 weekend a fortnight
- Fortnightly roster that may vary based on business needs, with opportunities to pick up additional shifts up to full-time hours (38 hours per week).
Working with participants on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), you will positively engage people with various physical and mental health disabilities, contributing to making a meaningful difference by building their capacity with daily living, confidence in accessing the community and within themselves.
What you will be doing
- Aiding with daily life activities both at home (manual handling, personal care, meal preparation and cleaning, etc) and in the community (medical appointments).
- Some high personal care and manual handling are required
- Supporting individuals with their educational and work‑related endeavours.
- Facilitating access to various community, social, and recreational activities.
- Assisting with transportation to enable access to daily activities and engagements using a company car.
Who we are looking for
- Certificate III or studying towards a course in Disability, Allied Health or equivalent
- Previous experience in disability or aged care, including working with clients with complex behavioural needs.
- NSW Driver's licence (can be on Green P Plates)
- Possession of a valid NSW Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Check is necessary.
- Holding a current First Aid Certificate is also a necessary qualification.
In return we offer
- Comprehensive induction training from Day 1 including buddy shifts.
- $500 referral bonus can be generously rewarded for referring a friend who joins Uniting.
- Affordable access to Fitness Passport— discounted gym memberships to support your best life.
- Extensive opportunities for professional growth.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Corporate discounts and cash‑back programs with major retailers
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, NDISWC, and Reference Checks.