We are looking for a kind, energetic and reliable nanny/support mentor/personal care assistant to work one-on-one with our 18-year-old with high needs
This role is ideal for someone who is patient, encouraging, compassionate and enjoys supporting daily living skills, independence and confidence in a positive and respectful way.
About you:
- Warm, polite and compassionate
- Patient, calm and understanding
- Energetic, motivating and positive
- Enjoys building trust and supporting individual needs. Playing games and engaging in fun, interactive activities.
- Able to provide gentle guidance and encouragement
- Encouraging learning in a supportive and creative way
- Robust communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience supporting non-verbal individuals
- Educational background preferred but not essential (teaching, education, disability support or similar)
- Familiar with the Australian Curriculum
- Confident using computers and technology to support learning
- Reliable, proactive and willing to adapt to individual needs
The Role:
- Provide one-on-one support in a home environment
- Support personal care and daily living skills
- Assist with teaching how to put on shoes and tie laces
- Provide guidance with eating independently
- Teach basic food preparation skills
- Help keep the young person focused, motivated and engaged
- Encourage independence, confidence and social development
- Assist with homework, study routines and curriculum-based learning
- Support reading, writing, organization and computer-based tasks as needed
- Plan and participate in games, conversation and other recreational activities
- Use age-appropriate resources and technology to keep sessions engaging
- Create a calm, positive and motivating atmosphere
- Balance academic support with recreational engagement
- Engage in fun, interactive activities to build rapport and motivation
- Assist with general housework
Employment Details:
- Casual position initially, with the opportunity to become permanent part-time
- $40-$50 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in a young persons life we'd love to hear from you. Applications can only be accepted via SEEK - Thank you.
Only candidates successfully shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.
📌 Casual Support Nanny/Mentor/Personal Care Assistant (Kawungan)
🏢 Nameless
📍 Kawungan
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