21 Aug
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BlueRock Healthcare
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Toowoomba
21 Aug
BlueRock Healthcare
Toowoomba
Female Support Worker – Newtown, Toowoomba QLD
Disclaimer:In accordance with the participant'schoice, control, dignity and preferences, the participant has requestedfemale Support Workersfor their support.
We are therefore seeking female applicants who are the right fit for this role.
About the Role
BlueRock Healthcare is seekingtwo compassionate, reliable and experienced Support Workersto provide consistent, ongoing support to a participant living in Newtown.
The role involves supporting the participant withdaily living, personal care, community access and emotional wellbeing, with approximately6 hours of support per day, 6 days per week.
We are looking to fill these positionsas soon as possible, with consistency and reliability being essential to the role.
Key Responsibilities
Provideconsistent, reliable and person-centred supportacross scheduled shifts
Build a trusting and respectful professional relationship with the participant
Support withpersonal care, daily living activities and meal preparation
Assist withcommunity access, appointments, activities and transport
Provide calm, patient and sensitive support during periods ofemotional distress or crisis
Respond appropriately tobehaviours of concern, using a calm and supportive approach
Follow relevantbehaviour support strategies, support plans and directionsfrom the participant's support team
Support the participant to maintain theirchoice, control, dignity and independence
Encourage participation in the community and activities that align with the participant's interests and goals
Provide appropriate support duringhealthcare or hospital-related transitionswhere required
Advocate for the participant'srights, preferences and needs
Recognise changes in presentation and communicate relevant concerns to the appropriate members of the support team
Maintainprofessional boundaries, confidentiality and respectful communicationat all times
Work collaboratively with the participant, Support Coordinator and broader support network to promotesafe, consistent and high-quality support
About You
Experience supporting people withcomplex psychosocial disability, mental health needs, behaviours of concern and criseswill be highly regarded.
We are looking for someone who is:
Compassionate, patient and empathetic
Consistent, dependable and reliable
Sensitive to individual needs and experiences
Calm and confident when responding to distress
Experienced in supporting people withpsychosocial disability
Comfortable providing personal care and community-based support
Able to build trust and strong professional relationships
Respectful of participant choice, control and autonomy
Confident using appropriate communication and de-escalation strategies
Committed to providingstable and ongoing support
The successful candidate will demonstratepatience, emotional sensitivity and consistency, with the ability to remain calm and skilled in challenging situations
Join BlueRock Healthcare
This is an opportunity to provide meaningful, person-centred support while developing aconsistent and trusted professional relationshipwith a participant.
If you are compassionate, dependable, sensitive to individual needs and passionate about supporting people to live with greater independence and choice,we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Female Support Worker – Newtown, Toowoomba Qld
🏢 BlueRock Healthcare
📍 Toowoomba